Contained within this antique text is a detailed treatise on the life cycle of the bee, with a wealth of information on all aspects of their habitat, life cycle, natural history, and much more. A fascinating and insightful book sure to appeal to those with a keen interest in these wonderful and important creatures, this text makes for a great addition to any library and is not to be missed by discerning collectors of antique literature. The chapters of this book include: 'On the Threshold of the Hive', 'The Swarm', 'The Foundation of the City', 'The Life of the Bee', 'The Young Queens', 'The Nuptial Flight', 'The Massacre of the Males', and 'The Progress of the Race'. This book was originally published in 1901, and we are proud to republish it now complete with a new introduction on the subject.