Happy : The life of a bee by Walter Flavius McCaleb
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"Happy: The Life of a Bee" by Walter Flavius McCaleb is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. The book tells the story from the perspective of a bee named Happy, following his journey of awakening and exploration within his hive, interspersed with vivid depictions of the natural world and the life cycles of bees. It aims to illuminate the intricate social structures, roles, and challenges faced by bees, while
also drawing parallels to human experiences and emotions. At the start of the narrative, the author reflects on his deep affinity for bees and describes the tranquil setting where he keeps them. Through the eyes of Happy, the reader witnesses the initial moments of life in the hive, including birth, exploration, and the unfolding social dynamics. Happy's awakening is filled with curiosity and wonder as he learns about his surroundings, meets other bees, and begins to understand his place within the hive’s community. The opening sets a tone of discovery and companionship, illustrating the joys and struggles of this tiny yet complex world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | McCaleb, Walter Flavius, 1873-1967 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Davis, Clement B. (Clement Benjamin), 1870- |
| LoC No. | 17012824 |
| Title | Happy : The life of a bee |
| Original Publication | United States: Harper & Brothers Publishers,1917. |
| Credits | Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Bees |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 68284 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-68284-6 |
| Release Date | Jun 10, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 452 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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