The Bee Preserver; or, Practical Directions for the Management and Preservation of Hives

"The Bee Preserver; or, Practical Directions for the Management and Preservation of Hives" by Jonas de Gélieu is an instructional manual offering detailed advice on how to successfully raise bees and maintain healthy hives. Beginning with the author's commitment to dispensing his decades of knowledge learned from his father and other sources, this book emphasizes the value of real-world practice for hive management and how to effectively deal with swarms. It outlines the best spots for bee yards, what to do in different seasons, and protections against threats from the environment, all to help raise honey output while ensuring strong and healthy bee colonies.