The honey-bee: its nature, homes and products

In these days of intense business pressure, it is a good thing for people to cultivate hobbies. We are sure that comparatively few people know what marvelous creatures bees are; what constant pleasure may be found in watching their work; what opportunities for skillful use of brain and hand are afforded by an apiary; what a wide field of study and information is displayed by these domesticated insects: and though we shall not hold out dazzling prospects of a large return of money from the pursuit we are commending, we shall show by facts that, in ordinary seasons, the yield of honey should amply cover the cost of the bees, their homes, and their requirements.