| Author |
Bonsels, Waldemar, 1881?-1952 |
| Title |
Die Biene Maja und ihre Abenteuer
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maya_the_Bee Wikipedia page about this book: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Die_Biene_Maja_und_ihre_Abenteuer_(Roman)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Louise Hope, Norbert H. Langkau and the Online
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| Summary |
"Die Biene Maja und ihre Abenteuer" by Waldemar Bonsels is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces Maja, a curious young bee who embarks on a journey of exploration and self-discovery outside her beehive. As she steps into the world, she encounters various characters and experiences that challenge her understanding of nature and the insects that inhabit it. The opening of the novel sets the stage for Maja's adventure as she hatches from her cell and is guided by an elder bee named Kassandra, who tries to teach her about the responsibilities of being a bee. However, Maja is filled with curiosity about the outside world and longs for freedom rather than the regimented life within the hive. The hive is in turmoil due to a recent rebellion, adding to the urgency of Maja's emerging individuality. As she bravely leaves her home, Maja is exhilarated by the beauty of nature and the possibility of new experiences, despite being unprepared for the dangers that await her outside. The beginning hints at themes of adventure, personal growth, and the contrast between duty and freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Bees -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
21021 |
| Release Date |
Apr 10, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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