Het Edwardes, Tickner 1865-1944 creator Spielmann, Percy Edwin 1881- Eeden-Van Vloten, M. van 1857-1943 text utu 2009 monographic nl 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Het verhaal van de honingbij" by Tickner Edwardes is an informational work focused on the natural history and significance of honeybees, likely written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the timeless relationship between humans and honeybees, exploring their behaviors, historical perceptions, and the evolution of beekeeping practices." The opening of the book sets the stage with a foreword explaining the author’s background as a beekeeper and the significance of honeybees across various cultures and times. It also highlights the author’s intention to reveal the lives of bees through a blend of practical knowledge, scientific inquiry, and poetic appreciation. The text discusses ancient myths surrounding honeybees, emphasizing their historical relevance by citing classical authors like Vergilius, alongside insights into the evolution of beekeeping and previous misconceptions held about these creatures. Additionally, Edwardes introduces the honeybee's societal structure, hinting at the complex dynamics that have fascinated humankind for millennia. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2009-05-25 Produced by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ Original publication data not identified Bees Honeybee QL Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28963 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28963 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133647.0 28963