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100 1 _aNeighbor, Alfred
245 1 4 _aThe apiary; or, bees, bee-hives, and bee culture [1878] :
_bbeing a familiar account of the habits of bees, and the most improved methods of management
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
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2022-09-02
508 _aTom Cosmas produced from materials made available at The Internet Archive and placed in the Public Domain.
520 _a"The Apiary; or, Bees, Bee-Hives, and Bee Culture" by Alfred Neighbour is a comprehensive manual on beekeeping written in the late 19th century. This instructional guide delves into the habits of bees and provides detailed information on the various types of beehives and techniques for managing them effectively. The text is meant for a wide range of readers, from casual enthusiasts to professional apiarists, and aims to educate on the art and science of bee cultivation. The opening of the book sets a tone of accessibility and practicality, with the author expressing the need for a resource that answers common questions regarding bee management. It discusses the reasons for writing the book, emphasizing the importance of sharing accurate and practical information, drawn from Neighbour's experience as a practical bee-keeper. Additionally, it touches on notable contributors and sources of information that shaped the author's knowledge, hinting at the blend of personal anecdotes and scientific insight throughout the work. The introduction also highlights the broader cultural significance of beekeeping, suggesting that it can enhance both personal enjoyment and economic benefit for individuals involved in agriculture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cUnited Kingdom: Kent and Company, 1878
653 _aBees
653 _aBee culture
653 _aBeehives
653 _aBee culture -- Economic aspects
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/cu31924003079849
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68897
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