[.ca] The ABC and Xyz of Bee Culture: An Encyclopedia of ... (ISBN 0936028017)

An absolute must for any beekeeper, professional or hobbyist:
The 40th edition of this classic in its field leaves nothing to chance. Everything a beekeeper needs to know about obtaining and keeping bee hives is contained therein. Updated by expert Roger Morse, the book contains, in encyclopdia form complete information on the honeybee, including undated information on the "africanized bee" (aka the infamous "killer bees") and the threat they pose to the hobbyist beekeeper. Excellent data is included on the various diseases and parasites which also threaten the beekeeping industry. If you keep bees or want to keep bees or simply want to know more about this unappreciated, but vital aid to our modern agriculture, you need this book.