L. L Langstroth
Author
Pub. Date
2004
Description
This influential guide by the Reverend L. L. Langstroth, "the father of modern beekeeping," revolutionized the practice of beekeeping. Originally published in 1853, his work constitutes the first descriptive treatise of modern bee management - its innovations allowed people to engage in actual beekeeping, rather than simply handling bee domiciles and extracting the honey. This book explains and illustrates techniques still employed 150 years later...
2) The original-- Langstroth on the hive and the honey-bee: the world's foremost bee keeper's manual
Author
Pub. Date
[2009?]
Description
The how-to book for beekeeping. Not just how to build hives, but on bee management too. The book explains the reasons behind the bees behaviour - this invaluable information, for just like training a dog or a horse, if you can understand what is motivating your bees you can be in better shape. Highly recommended for both novice and experienced beekeepers