This book, published in 1911, is a comprehensive guide to beekeeping, written for both beginners and experienced apiarists. It delves into the natural history of bees, their internal economy, and the practicalities of managing hives. The author draws upon years of experience and the advancements in beekeeping practices that were taking place in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book advocates for the use of movable-comb hives, a relatively recent innovation at the time, which the author argues offers greater control over bee colonies and enables more efficient honey production. The book also explores the process of swarming, a natural behavior of bees, and offers practical methods for preventing it and utilizing it to increase the beekeeper's stocks. The book's insights into the practices and challenges of beekeeping offer a fascinating glimpse into the science and art of this venerable craft, and its detailed descriptions and clear explanations make it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to learn more about the world of bees.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, published in 1911, is a comprehensive guide to beekeeping, written for both beginners and experienced apiarists. It delves into the natural history of bees, their internal economy, and the practicalities of managing hives. The author draws upon years of experience and the advancements in beekeeping practices that were taking place in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book advocates for the use of movable-comb hives, a relatively recent innovation at the time, which the author argues offers greater control over bee colonies and enables more efficient honey production. The book also explores the process of swarming, a natural behavior of bees, and offers practical methods for preventing it and utilizing it to increase the beekeeper's stocks. The book's insights into the practices and challenges of beekeeping offer a fascinating glimpse into the science and art of this venerable craft, and its detailed descriptions and clear explanations make it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to learn more about the world of bees. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333847173_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333847173
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333847173
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