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100	1		_aEdwardes, Tickner, _d1865-1944
245	1	4	_aThe Lore of the Honey-Bee
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2021
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2021-02-12
508			_aThis etext was transcribed by Les Bowler
520			_a"The Lore of the Honey-Bee" by Tickner Edwardes is a comprehensive exploration of apiculture, written in the early 20th century. The book dives into the rich history, mythology, and science surrounding honey bees and beekeeping, emphasizing the significance of this ancient craft. It highlights how bees have been integral to human culture and agriculture through the ages, from ancient mythological tales to present-day practices. The opening of the book presents a captivating introduction that sets the stage for the exploration of bee culture. Edwardes begins by recounting ancient myths associated with the origin of the honey bee, particularly focusing on the fable of Melissa, who cared for the infant Jupiter. He argues that beekeeping is perhaps the oldest human enterprise, predating even agriculture and domestication of animals. The author reflects on the evolution of bee culture and the need for systematic beekeeping, laying the groundwork for a deeper examination of bees’ social structures and their pivotal role in human history, which he will elaborate on in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aBees
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64532
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