Bees: A Honeyed History

STARRED REVIEW *"Goes beyond the scientific (anatomy, pollination, communication, etc.) to include the bee's place in history...
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Author: Piotr Socha
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
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Bees: A Honeyed History by Socha, Piotr

Bees: A Honeyed History

¥5,622

Bees: A Honeyed History

¥5,622
Author: Piotr Socha
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
STARRED REVIEW *"Goes beyond the scientific (anatomy, pollination, communication, etc.) to include the bee's place in history and culture . . . Socha has created what is quite possibly the sweetest resource on honey bees around." ―Booklist

One part science, one part cultural history, and countless parts fascination, Bees: A Honeyed History celebrates the important role that these intriguing insects have played in our ecosystem throughout the ages, and today.

From Athena to Alexander the Great and from Egypt to Ethiopia, author Piotr Socha explores different methods of beekeeping and uncovers the debt that humans owe this vital species. His beautiful guide for children offers full-color two-page topical entries dominated by large, detailed illustrations with text running along the lower half of the pages. It covers:
  • Bee bodies and behavior
  • Hive building
  • Social roles
  • Pollinating and honey production
  • The relationship between bees and prehistoric people, ancient Greeks, and Egyptians
  • And many other topics
Bees are essential to the health of ecosystems around the world and are under threat from changing habitats and manmade challenges. Animal threats to bees are described here, as well as the collapse of bee colonies in the United States in recent years. There are descriptions and details of beekeeping throughout history and today.

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. For a curious child or a parent who wants to explain the contribution of bees to the world around us, this book is lively, fun, and educational.

Author: Piotr Socha
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Published: 03/28/2017
Pages: 80
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 2.10lbs
Size: 14.60h x 11.00w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9781419726156
Audience: Ages 9-12


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 05/15/2017 pg. 40
School Library Journal 06/01/2017
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2017 pg. 183 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw

About the Author
Piotr Socha studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw. He has worked as an illustrator for many newspapers and magazines.

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