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Buzz a Buzz; Or, The Bees

By Wilhelm Busch

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

"Buzz a Buzz; Or, The Bees" by Wilhelm Busch is a whimsical collection of poems and illustrations, likely created in the late 19th century. This book,...

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2012-02-16
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Overview

"Buzz a Buzz; Or, The Bees" by Wilhelm Busch is a whimsical collection of poems and illustrations, likely created in the late 19th century. This book, part of the German literary tradition, humorously explores the life of bees and their anthropomorphic interactions with humans, making it both entertaining and educational. It captures the essence of life in a beehive while intertwining comical tales of humans involved in honey production. In this playful narrative, Busch introduces a variety of characters, including Johnny Dull, his daughter Christine, and her admirer Dick Dean, along with the mischievous Eugene. The story unfolds through vignettes depicting the everyday lives of bees, their industrious work, and the humorously fraught encounters with human characters. Key episodes include Johnny Dull's comical misadventures with his bees, encounters with a bear that craves honey, and Eugene's antics as he repeatedly tries to steal honey from the hives. As the tales evolve, they blend humor and antics with underlying lessons about nature and human folly, ultimately culminating in a festive celebration for the Queen Bee, reinforcing a sense of community and joy among both bees and humans. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

About the Author

Heinrich Christian Wilhelm Busch was a German humorist, poet, illustrator, and painter. He published wildly innovative illustrated tales that remain influential to this day.

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