The Bee-Keepers Handbook by Henry Alley Microscopy It is full of colour

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

as well as describing the usage of propolis throughout history and across large areas of the world

So You Want to Be a Beekeeper

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

The Bee-Keepers Handbook by Henry Alley Microscopy It is full of colourAlley 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.