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The beekeeper's bible : bees, honey, recipes & other home uses / [Richard A. Jones, Sharon Sweeney-Lynch].

Jones, Richard, 1958- (author.). Sweeney-Lynch, Sharon, (author.).

Summary:

Overview: The Beekeeper's Bible is as much an ultimate guide to the practical essentials of beekeeping as it is a beautiful almanac to be read from cover to cover. Part history book, part handbook, and part cookbook, this illustrated tome covers every facet of the ancient hobby of beekeeping, from how to manage hives safely to harvesting one's own honey, and ideas for how to use honey and beeswax. Detailed instructions for making candles, furniture polish, beauty products, and nearly 100 honey-themed recipes are included. Fully illustrated with how-to photography and unique etchings, 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).

Item details

ISBN: 1584799188
ISBN: 9781584799184
Physical Description: 412 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Publisher: New York, NY : Abrams, 2011.
Copyright: ©2010

Contents / Notes

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 396-397) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Bees and beekeeping history -- Understanding the honeybee -- Practical beekeeping -- Honey and other bee products -- Recipes and home crafts.