World Bee Day – May 20 & Born on this day – Anton Janša - May 20, 1734

 

World Bee Day – May 20

Born on this day – Anton Janša.

Apiarist and pioneer of beekeeping.

Painter.

May 20, 1734 – September 13, 1773. 

Recommended reading - The Beekeeper's Bible: Bees, Honey, Recipes & Other Home Uses (2011)

 

The Beekeeper's Bible: Bees, Honey, Recipes & Other Home Uses

by Richard A. Jones and Sharon Sweeney-Lynch.

Hardcover.
 
ISBN-10: 1584799188
ISBN-13: 978-1584799184
 
Description:
 
The Beekeeper’s Bible is the essential and comprehensive handbook for every active or aspiring beekeeper.

Part history book, part handbook, part cookbook, this illustrated tome covers every facet of the ancient hobby of beekeeping, from safe hive management to the culinary, medicinal, cosmetic, and domestic uses of honey, beeswax, and pollen. 

With stunning illustrations and step-by-step photography, The Beekeeper’s Bible is the indispensable guide to beekeeping.

Complete practical beekeeping.
Bee history, trivia, and lore.
Uses for honey, beeswax, and pollen.
Recipes and craft projects.
Home remedies and beauty products.