The Keeper of the Bees
The Keeper of the Bees
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1925
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
California • 1920s
1925
Adult
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
In The Keeper of the Bees, a wounded World War I veteran embarks on a healing journey. He encounters a compassionate beekeeper and forms deep connections with nature and individuals in a California community. The story explores themes of recovery, resilience, and the transformative power of relationships and the natural world.
Inspirational
Serene
Romantic
Heartwarming
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Keeper of the Bees by Gene Stratton-Porter is celebrated for its lyrical prose and deep connection to nature. Readers appreciate the novel's exploration of healing and personal growth. Some criticize its slow pacing and dated social views. Overall, it remains an evocative tale of redemption and harmony with the natural world.
Who Should Read The Keeper of the Bees?
Readers who cherish nature and transformation tales would enjoy The Keeper of the Bees by Gene Stratton-Porter. Similar to Richard Louv’s Last Child in the Woods and Frances Hodgson Burnett’s The Secret Garden, it appeals to those captivated by healing and nature's restorative powers.
5,015 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
California • 1920s
1925
Adult
14-18 years
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