Bees

Phillips, Everett Franklin, 1878-1951Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

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Word count: 117K words
Chapters: 12

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Bees by Everett Franklin PhillipsAuthor: Phillips, Everett Franklin, 1878-1951,Language: English, Class: SF: Agriculture: Animal culture, Release Date: Mar 21, 2015

Editor's review

This book is classified under agriculture and animal husbandry and is about bees; the author, Everett Franklin Phillips, was a researcher in entomology and beekeeping in the first half of the twentieth century. As a public-domain e-book released by Project Gutenberg, it preserves the original face of beekeeping knowledge of that era; readers can learn the early framework of understanding bee biology, colony management, and beekeeping practice. Its value lies not in cutting-edge technology but in showing what a discipline looked like at a particular historical stage, making it suitable for readers interested in the history of beekeeping, entomology, or the evolution of agricultural techniques. Read it with a historical eye: its methods and views reflect the knowledge of the time, and they should be checked against modern sources before being applied directly to today's beekeeping. The English is clear but full of technical terms; a dictionary or a modern introductory beekeeping text is recommended alongside.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers interested in bee biology and the history of beekeeping
Readers wanting to understand early twentieth-century agricultural technical literature
Learners with some English who are willing to look up technical terms
Hobbyists needing public-domain entomological material for reference

Not a good fit for

Practitioners wanting the latest contemporary beekeeping techniques
Beginners with weak English unfamiliar with technical terms
Readers expecting an illustrated children's popular science book

Reading tips

Browse the contents first and read closely the chapters that interest you; no need to go page by page.
Read alongside a modern beekeeping primer to identify the historical limits of the book's methods.
Note technical terms and look them up together to avoid constantly interrupting the reading rhythm.
After finishing, make a summary of key points, distinguishing historical views from still-applicable common knowledge.

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Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

Can the content still be used directly for beekeeping now?

The book reflects the knowledge of the first half of the twentieth century, and some methods may be outdated. It can serve as historical document and background reference, but practical beekeeping should follow contemporary technical materials and local guidance.

Does reading this book require a background in entomology?

Not strictly, but the book has many technical terms, and basic biology knowledge makes it smoother. Readers without a background can look things up as they read or first read a modern beekeeping primer to build a framework.

Is this a public-domain book? Can I get it for free?

Yes. The book is released by Project Gutenberg as a freely available public-domain e-book; the original is in English, and readers can read or download it on its platform.

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About the author

Phillips, Everett Franklin, 1878-1951 Author

Everett Franklin Phillips (1878–1951) is the author of several practical works in the field of beekeeping. Public information about his life and identity is limited, and the available records do not state his nationality or specific career details. Three works are currently known: Bees, Wintering Bees in Cellars, and The Preparation of Bees for Outdoor Wintering, all centered on the keeping and overwintering of honeybees. The titles indicate a focus on methods for wintering colonies in indoor settings such as cellars, and on preparing colonies before they are moved outdoors for the cold season, making these practical guides for beekeepers. Writing of this kind is typically direct and step-by-step, emphasizing workable procedures that help beekeepers manage their hives through the seasons. Though modest in scale, his works preserve useful records of early honeybee overwintering techniques and hold a place in the practical beekeeping literature.