Bees: A Honeyed History by Piotr Socha Christmas and Epiphany and academic

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Bees: A Honeyed History by Piotr Socha Christmas and Epiphany and academicOne part science, one part cultural history, and countless parts fascination, Bees: A Honeyed History is a picture book that 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