by Malcolm T. Sanford and Richard E. Bonney. Softbound, 240 pages, 6" x 9". With this book as a guide, beekeepers will understand how to plan a hive, acquire bees, install a colony, keep bees healthy, maintain a healthy hive, understand and prevent new diseases, and harvest honey crops. This book also provides an overview of the honey bees nest and colony life, insights into honey bee anatomy and behavior, an exploration of apiary equipment and tools, season-by-season beekeeper responsibilities, instructions for harvesting bee honey, and detailed, up-to-date information about diseases and other potential risks to bees. A comprehensive reference which will appeal to both the experienced beekeeper and novice eager to get started.