The Hive and the Honey-bee

A Practical Treatise on the Hive and the Honey-Bee – L. L. Langstroth (Third Edition, 1860 – Republished 2014)

Discover one of the most important works in beekeeping history. A Practical Treatise on the Hive and the Honey-Bee by L. L. Langstroth—father of modern beekeeping—remains an essential reference for anyone serious about understanding hive management. This 1860 third edition, beautifully republished in 2014, preserves Langstroth’s groundbreaking observations and practical techniques in a clear, engaging format.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced beekeeper, this classic offers timeless wisdom on hive behavior, equipment, colony care, and the principles behind the movable-frame hive still used today.

Key Features

• Historic Beekeeping Masterpiece: The foundational text that transformed modern apiculture.

• Practical Instruction: Covers hive design, management practices, bee behavior, and honey production.

• Ideal for Learning & Reference: Accessible to beginners and invaluable to seasoned keepers.

• Quality Reprint Edition: A faithful reproduction of the 1860 third edition.

• Substantial & Detailed: 460 pages of in-depth beekeeping knowledge.

Specifications

• Format: Paperback

• Pages: 460

• Dimensions: 24.41 × 16.99 × 2.36 cm

• Weight: 0.73 kg

A must-have addition to any beekeeper’s library, this classic text continues to educate and inspire more than 150 years after its original publication.