Mysteries of Bee-keeping Explained by M. Quinby
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"Mysteries of Bee-Keeping Explained" by M. Quinby is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into the intricacies of beekeeping, encompassing various aspects ranging from the natural history of bees to practical advice on hive construction and honey production. It aims to dispel myths and provide clarity on the essential principles that govern successful beekeeping. At the start of the book, the author shares his personal journey into
beekeeping and highlights the significant misconceptions prevalent in the field. He emphasizes the need for accurate knowledge about bees' nature and behavior to succeed in managing apiaries. Quinby discusses the different types of bees within a hive, namely the queen, workers, and drones, outlining their roles and characteristics. He also begins to critique various hive designs and the common misbeliefs about obtaining honey, laying the groundwork for the detailed analysis and recommendations he makes throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Quinby, M. (Moses), 1810-1875 |
|---|---|
| Title | Mysteries of Bee-keeping Explained |
| Credits |
Produced by Steven Giacomelli and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images produced by Core Historical Literature in Agriculture (CHLA), Cornell University) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SF: Agriculture: Animal culture |
| Subject | Bees |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 25185 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-25185-1 |
| Release Date | Apr 26, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2669 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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