The Apiary: Or Bees, Beehives, And Bee Culture (1878)

By Alfred Neighbour

Book Overview

The Apiary: Or Bees, Beehives, And Bee Culture is a comprehensive guide to the world of beekeeping, originally published in 1878 by Alfred Neighbour. The book covers a wide range of topics related to bees and their management, including the anatomy and physiology of bees, the different types of hives and equipment used in beekeeping, and the best practices for caring for and harvesting honey from hives. Neighbour draws upon his extensive experience as a beekeeper to provide practical advice and tips for both novice and experienced beekeepers. He covers topics such as selecting the best location for a hive, managing the health of bees, and preventing and treating diseases and pests. The book also includes detailed instructions for extracting honey, wax, and other products from hives, as well as recipes for using honey in cooking and other applications.In addition to its practical advice, The Apiary also provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of beekeeping. Neighbour discusses the important role that bees have played in human society throughout history, and explores the various myths and legends that have grown up around these fascinating insects. Overall, The Apiary is a must-read for anyone interested in beekeeping, honey production, or the natural world more generally. Neighbour's engaging writing style and wealth of knowledge make this book a valuable resource for both beginners and experienced beekeepers alike.Being A Familiar Account Of The Habits Of Bees And The Most Improved Methods Of Management.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104783177
• ISBN13: 9781104783174
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"