Get Started in Beekeeping: A practical, illustrated guide to running hives of all sizes in any location

by Adrian Waring, Claire Waring

Suitable both for those just considering the prospect and those who are already fascinated beekeepers, this guide to setting up, maintaining and maximising bees in the back garden is an indispensable and readable bible of information and practical advice.

It covers everything from bee behaviour to what to do with honey, and balances all the background context on bee biology with the day-to-day and seasonal practicalities of running hives in any location, in the country or the city, and for colonies of all sizes.

Supporting resources include a 'bee calendar', troubleshooting section, illustrations, photos, a glossary and details of courses and organizations, in an essential guide for anyone who is fascinated by the ancient ways of the apiarist.

NOT GOT MUCH TIME?

One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.

AUTHOR INSIGHTS

Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the authors' many years of experience.

TEST YOURSELF

Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.

EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of beekeeping.

FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER

Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts.

TRY THIS

Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.

239 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 26, 2010

Reviews

[Tara · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was pretty thorough but lacked pictures which made it confusing for the beginning beekeeper. There were some chapters that I had to skim because I had no idea how the hive went together or how much extra room to provide the bees before they try to swarm. I also picked up Beekeeping for Dummies and they have a lot of pictures to go with the explanations. It's already making sense after reading this book. My only other complaint is this book was intended for readers in Europe so they specifically talk about the weather and how it affects the bees, temperature in celcius and bees that are local to the area. Other than that, it was a good read.

[Michael McQueen · Rating 2 out of 5]

Since this book was written mainly for UK beekeeping, I didnt get much from it. Poorly edited, in my opinion. I really struggled to keep momentum reading this. Not something I would recommend to new keepers.

[Robynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best books I've read on Beekeeping!

[Robin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good information. Bees are fascinating