| Author |
Gélieu, Jonas de, 1740-1827 |
| Translator |
Graham, Clementina Stirling, 1782-1877 |
| Uniform Title |
Le conservateur des abeilles. English
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| Title |
The Bee Preserver; or, Practical Directions for the Management and Preservation of Hives
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: John Anderson,1829.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Tom Cosmas compiled from materials made available at The Internet Archive and placed in the Public Domain.
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| Summary |
"The Bee Preserver; or Practical Directions for the Management and Preservation of Hives" is a practical guide on beekeeping written in the early 19th century. The book provides comprehensive instructions on various aspects of apiculture, including the placement of apiaries, hive construction, and the management of bee populations, with a focus on ensuring the health and productivity of bee colonies. At the start of this work, the author expresses a commitment to share decades of hands-on experience in beekeeping, built upon teachings from his father and influential contemporary works. He emphasizes the importance of practical knowledge over theoretical discourse, presenting guidelines for effective hive management and the handling of swarms. The beginning chapters outline crucial topics such as the ideal location for hives, appropriate seasonal activities, and preventive measures against environmental threats, all aimed at optimizing honey production while maintaining the health of the bee colonies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
SF: Agriculture: Animal culture
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| Subject |
Bees
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| Subject |
Bee culture
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| Subject |
Beehives
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
67816 |
| Release Date |
Apr 12, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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