Locusts and Wild Honey

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Burroughs, John, 1837-1921

Series:

The Writings of John Burroughs Volume IV

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Locusts and Wild Honey" by John Burroughs is a collection of nature essays written in the late 19th century. The work reflects Burroughs' keen observations of the natural world, particularly focusing on bees and their intricate behaviors, as well as the beauty and richness of the environment around him. The author's lyrical prose invites readers to appreciate the subtleties and wonders of nature, aiming to foster a deeper connection with the wild. The opening of the book sets the tone with Burroughs' observations of honeybees as they emerge from hibernation in spring, exploring the activity surrounding their hives. He describes in detail how bees collect pollen and nectar from various seasonal blooms, emphasizing the relationship between the bees and their environment. Burroughs avidly portrays the processes of honey-making and hive dynamics, providing insights into the colony's social structure, the nurturing roles played by worker bees, and the life cycle of the queen bee. Through vivid imagery and thoughtful reflections, the author transports readers into the world of bees, illustrating the delicate balance of nature and the hidden complexities of these industrious creatures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The pastoral bees

Sharp eyes

Strawberries

Is it going to rain?

Speckled trout

Birds and birds

A bed of boughs

Birds'-nesting

The halcyon in Canada.

Credits:

This etext was produced by Jack Eden HTML markup by Andrew Sly

Notes:

Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-08-01