Forty-Two Years of Bee-Keeping in New Zealand 1874-1916 - Some Reminiscences e-bog

This volume contains a detailed account of bee-keeping in New Zealand between 1874-1916. Based on the author's own experiences as a life-long bee-keeper, this book presents a fascinating account of the birth and development of the practice in the country. "e;Forty-Two Years of Bee-Keeping in New Zealand 1874-1916"e; is highly recommended for those with an interest in the history of bee-keeping and is not to be missed by collectors. Contents include: "e;The Importation of the Hive Bee into New Zealand"e;, "e;A Few Simple Rules for New Zealand Beekeepers"e;, "e;To Take Honey"e;, "e;Primitive Beekeeping"e;, "e;The First New Zealand Bee Manual"e;, "e;The Honey Market in Those Days"e;, "e;Beekeeping in Other Countries"e;, "e;The First Stage of Progress in New Zealand"e;, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on Bee-keeping. First published in 1916.