My caveat to this review is that I've never done beekeeping -- so it is possible that, were I an experienced beekeeper, I would have a different view. But as a novice: this book rocks.
It is complete, clearly written, provides ample detail. I learned more than I'd expected to -- in fact, more than I expected I'd want to. I couldn't be more pleased.
What surprised me the most on this topic: beekeeping is like any other livestock activity -- meat goats, cattle, etc. Just smaller, they fly, and they sting. The care and feeding of the livestock (bees) includes dealing with supplemental feed, diagnosing herd ailments and treating them, and the like. They take up less space, but do need to be further from public gathering spots. Feed is cheaper (compared to meat on the hoof), but you don't wear a mesh veil to avoid getting stung by your goats.
So for those of you who, like me, imagined that beekeeping would be very simply scraping out some honey a few times a year, think again!
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