Status
Available
Genres
Publication
Harry N. Abrams (2017), 80 pages
Description
"One part science, one part cultural history, and countless parts fascination, Bees celebrates the important role that these intriguing insects have played in our ecosystem throughout the ages. From Athena to Alexander the Great and from Egypt to Ethiopia, Bees explores different methods of beekeeping and uncovers the debt that humans owe this vital species. With beautifully accessible illustrations depicting everything from bee anatomy to the essentials of honey making, readers will be captivated by the endless wonders of this seemingly small speck of the animal kingdom."--
User reviews
LibraryThing member EBKA-Braintree
In giant A3 format, illustrated in full-colour cartoon style, aimed at 8-15 year olds but also appealing to adults, accurate and informative, with surprising sections on ancient Egyptian, also Asian, Ethiopian and tree beekeeping. A complete one-off. You will either love it or hate it, but most
Show More
will love it. Show Less
Awards
The White Ravens (2016)
ALCS Educational Writers’ Award (Winner — 2017)
Picture This Recommendation List (Nonfiction — 2018)
Physical description
80 p.; 11 inches
ISBN
1419726153 / 9781419726156