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100 1 _aMunn, William Augustus
245 1 2 _aA Description of the Bar-and-Frame-Hive :
_bWith an Abstract of Wildman's Complete Guide for the Management of Bees Throughout the Year
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2006-09-18
508 _aE-text prepared by Steven Giacomelli, David Garcia, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"A Description of the Bar-and-Frame-Hive" by William Augustus Munn is a scientific publication written during the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed examination of a specific type of bee hive known as the bar-and-frame hive, highlighting its advantages over traditional hives. The central topic revolves around the innovative design of the hive and its practical applications in beekeeping. In this comprehensive treatise, Munn meticulously describes the construction and functionality of the bar-and-frame hive, emphasizing the significance of using well-seasoned materials for its durability and efficiency. He explains how the hive allows for easier management and observation of bees, showcasing the interrelationship between hive design and honey production. Additionally, the book discusses the natural history of bees, the benefits of transporting hives to optimize honey yield, and various strategies for managing potential threats to the colonies. Overall, Munn's work serves as both a practical guide for beekeepers and a testament to the evolving techniques in apiary management during the 19th century. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBees
653 _aBee culture
653 _aBeehives
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/19319
999 _c60704
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