The Life of the Bumblebee by David V. Alford Honey Their work is vital to

Their work is vital to the success of many food crops

“A pound of honey on the breakfast table necessitates a total flight path equivalent to three orbits round the earth

The book has been completed posthumously by Prof

and commonly referred to as “Rafter Beekeeping

The Life of the Bumblebee by David V. Alford Honey Their work is vital toA 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.