The Bee-Keepers Handbook by Henry Alley Microscopy editor emeritus of Bee Culture

editor emeritus of Bee Culture magazine and best-selling author of The Backyard Beekeeper

such is the depth and breadth of the information provided

What goes around comes around

It is full of colour photographs not only about beekeeping but also of honey bees and other pollinators on flowers with a discussion regarding the choices bees make when collecting nectar and pollen

The work is divided into two parts

The Bee-Keepers Handbook by Henry Alley Microscopy editor emeritus of Bee CultureAlley was the first real queen breeder. This 1883 volume remains a masterpiece because it is based on principles which have not changed over the years.