The Beekeeper's Bible: Bees, Honey, Recipes & Other Home Uses (The Backyard Naturalist Series)
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This ultimate guide to the practical essentials of beekeeping is also a beautiful volume to display, share, and gift.The Beekeeper’s Bible is part handbook, part history book, and part cookbook―a comprehensive and beautifully designed volume that explores every facet of beekeeping and the world of bees. From the biology and behavior of honeybees to the practicalities of hive management, this book offers expert guidance for both aspiring and experienced beekeepers.“A glorious invitation into the depths of the honeybee hive.” ―Chicago Tribune“Elegant, information-packed.” ―Better Homes & Gardens’ Country Gardens“Jones and Sweeney-Lynch explain the science and society of bees in clear, accessible language. And the recipes are admirably useful: honey scones, honey soap, honey hangover cures.” ―New York TimesReaders will find detailed instructions on how to care for bees, harvest honey, and make use of beeswax in everything from candles and furniture polish to natural beauty products. Nearly 100 honey-based recipes―ranging from savory dishes to sweet desserts and drinks―showcase the versatility of this golden ingredient.The latest printing includes light content refreshes throughout, reflecting changes in beekeeping equipment, evolving conservation practices, and new challenges facing bees since the book’s first publication, including the rise of a damaging parasitic mite with widespread implications for hives worldwide.Lushly illustrated with step-by-step photography, vintage etchings, and botanical drawings, this book is as much a visual delight as it is a practical resource. Whether you’re tending your own hives or simply fascinated by the magic of bees, The Beekeeper’s Bible is a timeless reference and a perfect gift for gardeners, cooks, and nature lovers alike.Any backyard enthusiast or gardener can confidently dive into beekeeping with this book in hand (or daydream about harvesting their own honey while relaxing in the comfort of an armchair).The bestselling “Bible” series includes The Backyard Birdwatcher’s Bible, The Backyard Chicken Keeper's Bible, The Backyard Stargazer's Bible, The Beekeeper’s Bible, and The Botanical Bible―each one a celebration of nature, knowledge, and hands-on discovery. Read more
Publisher : Abrams Books
Publication date : April 1, 2011
Edition : First Edition
Language : English
Print length : 416 pages
ISBN-10 : 1584799188
ISBN-13 : 84
Item Weight : 3.85 pounds
Dimensions : 7.4 x 1.55 x 9.7 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #14,028 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #2 in Biology of Insects & Spiders #5 in Animal Husbandry (Books) #15 in Sustainable Living
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