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100 1 _aMaeterlinck, Maurice,
_d1862-1949
245 1 3 _aLa vie des abeilles
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
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 2012-01-08
508 _aAnnemie Arnst and Marc D'Hooghe
520 _a"La vie des abeilles" by Maurice Maeterlinck is a contemplative work that combines elements of nature writing and philosophical exploration, likely written in the late 19th century. The text discusses the world of bees, avoiding technical jargon, and instead delves into the intricacies of their society, behaviors, and the natural laws that govern them. Through Maeterlinck's lens, readers are invited to reflect on the beauty, complexity, and mystery of bee life. The opening of the book establishes Maeterlinck's intention to provide a vivid narrative that evokes the marvels of bee existence rather than a scientific treatise on beekeeping. He emphasizes his desire to share observations and insights gained from years of experience with bees, while asserting that much remains unknown about their lives. The text unfolds as a philosophical inquiry into the lives of bees, presenting them as both individuals and parts of a greater community, exploring themes of duty, sacrifice, and the enigmatic "spirit of the hive" that guides them. The first chapters set the stage for a deeper exploration of the bees' annual cycle and the interconnectedness of their existence to the larger world, inviting readers to ponder the lessons they embody about nature and life itself. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBees
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38527
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