From the foreword Beginners will find The Beekeepers Handbook a joy, and more seasoned beekeepers will find rereading of benefit as they continue to master the art and science of bee colony care. Dewey M. CaronPraise for the third editionThe Beekeepers Handbook has guided thousands of beginning and advanced beekeepers in the how-tos of this entertaining and profitable pastime. Simply put, it is the best of the best of beekeeping books.Roger A. Morse An updated and expanded volume that goes into all practical aspects of beekeeping. Superbly illustrated.Northeastern NaturalistA comprehensive, well-illustrated introduction for beginners and a valuable reference for the experienced beekeeper. The book outlines options for each operation within beekeeping, listing advantages and disadvantages of each alternative.AB Bookmans WeeklyThe text is presented in a very readable way, and the diagrams are some of the clearest I have seen for a long time.Bee CraftAn elegant reference book with beautiful illustrations.Whole EarthSince 1973, tens of thousands of first-time and experienced beekeepers alike have relied on The Beekeepers Handbook as the best single-volume guide to the hobby and profession of beekeeping. Featuring clear descriptions and authoritative content, this handbook provides step-by-step directions accompanied by more than 100 illustrations for setting up an apiary, handling bees, and working throughout the season to maintain a healthy colony of bees and a generous supply of honey. This book explains the various colony care options and techniques, noting advantages and disadvantages, so that beekeepers can make the best choices for their own hives. This fourth edition has been thoroughly redesigned, expanded, updated,