The Life of the Bumblebee by David V. Alford Honey What makes this textbook stand

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The Life of the Bumblebee by David V. Alford Honey What makes this textbook standA short introduction to the remarkable life story of the bumblebee. The bumblebee, or humble bee as it was once known, has often inspired composers of music and verse, and is generally held in high esteem. Fanciful tales have often been written about bees and other insects yet the truth is often stranger than fiction. The purpose of this book is to present an account of the life history and habits of the bumblebee to the non specialist reader.