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Name: The keeper of the bees
Author: Gene Stratton-Porter

📘 The keeper of the bees by Gene Stratton-Porter

The story follows a wounded soldier, condemned to death, who takes over a sick beekeeper's garden and hives, learning the art of beekeeping in Indiana. Along the way, he meets a severely injured woman and a child, forming bonds that give his life new meaning. The novel explores themes of renewal, compassion, and the healing power of nature.

First publish date: 1925

Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction

Authors: Gene Stratton-Porter

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