Following the wild bees : the craft and science of bee hunting
Seeley, Thomas D.2019
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Click and Collect for Following the wild bees : the craft and science of bee huntingA how-to book on an exhilarating outdoor activity and a unique meditation on the pleasures of the natural world Following the Wild Bees is a delightful foray into the pastime of bee hunting, an exhilarating outdoor activity that used to be practiced widely but which few people know about today. Thomas Seeley describes the history and science behind this lost pastime and how anyone can do it, weaving informative discussions of bee biology with colorful anecdotes, personal insights, and beautiful photos. The bee hunter's reward is a thrilling encounter with nature that challenges mind and body while also giving insights into the remarkable behavior of honey bees living in the wild. Whether you're a bee enthusiast or just curious about the natural world, this book is the ideal companion for newcomers to bee hunting and a rare treat for armchair naturalists.
Following the wild bees : the craft and science of bee hunting / Thomas D. Seeley ; design and photographic assistance by Megan E. Denver ; line drawings by Margaret C. Nelson.
Princeton, New Jersey : Princeton University Press, 2019.
xviii, 164 pages : colour illustrations, colour maps ; 22 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
97806911914099780691170268
595.799
English
356811
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Sandringham Library | Adult Non Fiction - Animals | 595.799 SEE | Available |
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