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100 1 _aHarris, William Hetherington,
_d1835-
245 1 4 _aThe honey-bee: its nature, homes and products
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2022
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2022-02-18
508 _aTom Cosmas produced from materials made available at The Internet Archive and placed in the Public Domain.
520 _a"The Honey-Bee: Its Nature, Homes, and Products" by W. H. Harris is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the biology, behavior, and significance of bees, particularly focusing on the honey bee and its various roles within the hive, such as that of the queen, drones, and worker bees. It aims to enhance the understanding of apiculture and the ecological importance of bees, appealing to both amateur enthusiasts and seasoned beekeepers. The opening of the text introduces the author’s intention to provide a comprehensive overview of honey bees, emphasizing their complexity and the joy of observing their activities. It discusses the historical significance of bees, referencing ancient texts and cultures that recognized their value. Moreover, it highlights the varied roles within the bee community, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of their natural history, physical characteristics, and social structure in subsequent chapters. The text aims to engage readers by intertwining the practical aspects of bee-keeping with fascinating biological insights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cUnited Kingdom: The Religious Tract Society, 1887
653 _aBees
653 _aBee culture
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/honeybeeitsnatur00harrrich
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67435
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