The Seduction of the Honeybee
And What It Means For You and Me
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Discover the magical world of the honeybee with this deluxe book, featuring 70 stunning images shot with ultraviolet technology. A comprehensive look into the amazing science of bees, this book collects mesmerizing ultraviolet-induced visible fluorescence (UVIVF) photography of flowers and nature and offers fascinating research that...
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These stunning images of flowers bathed in ultraviolet light allows us to peek into the secret world of the honeybee, otherwise invisible to you and me, and an accompanying text from leading bee, pollination and medical experts explores the extraordinary role the honeybee plays in the future vitality, immunity and longevity of humankind.
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Description
Discover the magical world of the honeybee with this deluxe book, featuring 70 stunning images shot with ultraviolet technology. A comprehensive look into the amazing science of bees, this book collects mesmerizing ultraviolet-induced visible fluorescence (UVIVF) photography of flowers and nature and offers fascinating research that explores every aspect of our relationship with honeybees. Learn about the history of beekeeping, current environmental impacts affecting bees, and the rise of bee products in medical and wellness spaces. As you travel through the world of bees, you'll discover a diverse range of flora showcased in a whole new light through the ultraviolet spectrum, from orchids and anemones to manuka and cactus blossoms.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780473688240
Publisher: Blackwell & Ruth
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 05 March 2024
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: Blackwell & Ruth
Contributors:
- Photographs by Craig P. Burrows
- From an idea by Nick Worthington
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 216.0mm
Height: 267.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 192
About the Author
Craig P. Burrows is a photographer and horticulturalist based in Southern California. His work explores nature through UVIVF photography and aims to engage viewers with the importance of the natural world. His photography has been featured in National Geographic, Colossal, Wired, and Vice, and his work has been exhibited internationally.
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