to oiter them to beekeepers and others. The description of each work will 

 give a fair idea of the same, but a pamphlet giving an extended view of 

 these and the practical books on bee cnJture listed in the preceding columns 

 will be sent on application. 



The Honey-makers. — By Miss Margaret W. Morley. This is 

 the story of the life of the bee, told in very interesting style — how it lives, 

 gathers honey, and all about it. While clothing the general subject with 

 an air of poetry, it seems to be entirely within the limits of known facts 

 while attempting to deal with them. We believe it will give all thoughtful 

 beekeepers a greater liking for their business to read it. Probably it has 

 more to do with the curious traditions connected with bees than any other 

 book of the kind. Price ?1.50 postpaid. 



The Life of the Bee. — By Maeterlinck. This is a master- 

 piece of fine writing by a modern Shakespeare. The words fly from the 



pen of this writer like sparks from a blacksmith's anvil, the result being a 

 glorification of the honeybee. Maeterlinck is considered by many to be the 

 finest writer now living, and anything from him is sure to be worth reading. 

 He is, to a certain extent, familiar with beekeeping, but the truth about 

 hees does not interest him so much as the romance of the queen and the 

 drone and the swarming instinct The book itself is well bound and beau- 

 tifully printed. Price $1.40 postpaid. 



The Bee People. — A book on bees, especially for children, 

 from the pen of Margaret W. Morley. Including its elegant illustrations, 

 it is in some respects the prettiest bee-book in existence. It has 177 pages, 

 very coarse print, the reading being ingeniously interwoven with the illus- 

 trations showing the parts of the bee. The story of bee-life is told in a 

 fascinating manner, and is well calculated to get the casual reader, as 

 well as children, interested in this useful insect. The cuts go .iust enough 

 into detail to explain fully the lesson taught, without confusing the mind 

 with other things. We think the book well worthy a place in every beekeep- 

 er's home. Fittingly designed cover. Pric $1.50 postpaid. 



The Lore of the Honeybee. — By Tickner Edwards. A fine 

 work for those who desire an interesting book about bees. Does not deal 

 with practical details, but gives valuable information about bees in general. 

 Very readable and entertaining. Price $2.00 postpaid. 



THE GLEANINGS LIBRARY 



So called because of great popularity of the following books when 

 offered in combination with Gleanings in Bee Culture. 



Alexander's Writings on Practical Bee Culture. — B}^ the late 

 E. W. Alexander, who conducted the largest apiary in the United States. 

 A wonderfully interesting discussion of beekeeping in its broadest phases. 

 Any one can understand it. 35 chapters, 95 pages. Paper bound, 50 cts. 

 postpaid. 



A Year's Work in an Out-apiary. — By G. M. Boolittle. 



Packed full of most valuable information ever given to beekeepers. A prac- 

 tical and interesting book by a very successful apiarist. Sale has reached 

 nearly 5000 copies. 60 pag(«, paper bound, 50 cts. postpaid. 



The Townsend Bee Book.^By E. D. Townsend. Written by 

 one of the most progressive, successful, and extensive beekeepers in the 

 United States, this new book ha'; been in great demand from the day of its 

 announcement. Tells how to make a start with be^, and will greatly 

 benefit beginners and experienced beekeepers. 90 pages, paper bound, 

 50 cts. postpaid. 



In comhination with Gleanings in Bee Culture for One Year 

 either of the above books may be had for the price of Gleanings 

 alone, $1.00. Foreign postage 60 (_'ts. extra. Canadian postage 

 30 cts. extra. 



