The History of Bees – Maja Lunde

The History of Bees by Maja Lunde is a beautifully written, thought-provoking novel that weaves together three generations of beekeepers and their relationship to one of nature’s most vital creatures.

Spanning 1852 England, where a biologist builds a revolutionary beehive; 2007 United States, where a beekeeper struggles as colonies collapse; and 2098 China, where a young woman hand-pollinates crops in a world without bees, the novel connects past, present, and future in a powerful meditation on humanity’s bond with nature.

Exploring themes of family, survival, and environmental responsibility, The History of Bees is both an intimate human story and a chilling reminder of what could be lost if we fail to protect the natural world.

Perfect for fans of literary fiction, eco-narratives, and multigenerational sagas.