--- product_id: 38035095 title: "Beekeeping for Dummies (For Dummies (Pets))" price: "£32.35" currency: GBP in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/38035095-beekeeping-for-dummies-for-dummies-pets store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Authored by a top beekeeper Natural bee health methods 442 pages of expert knowledge Beekeeping for Dummies (For Dummies (Pets)) **Price:** £32.35 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🐝 Unlock the buzz: Your ultimate beginner’s guide to thriving hives! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Beekeeping for Dummies (For Dummies (Pets)) - **How much does it cost?** £32.35 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/38035095-beekeeping-for-dummies-for-dummies-pets) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Trusted by thousands:** Join a community of 2,000+ readers who rate it 4.8 stars for practical, reliable advice. - • **Expert insights from a pro:** Benefit from Howland Blackiston’s decades of beekeeping leadership and global lectures. - • **Comprehensive 442-page guide:** Dive deep into beekeeping essentials with a thorough, easy-to-follow manual. - • **Natural hive care techniques:** Learn eco-friendly methods to keep your bees thriving and healthy. - • **Perfect for beginners & pros:** Clear, jargon-free explanations that build your confidence from day one. ## Overview Beekeeping for Dummies is a 442-page paperback authored by Howland Blackiston, former president of the Backyard Beekeepers Association. This highly rated beginner’s guide offers clear, practical advice on starting and maintaining healthy bee colonies using natural methods. With expert insights and easy-to-understand content, it’s the go-to resource for aspiring beekeepers seeking confidence and success. ## Description desertcart.com: Beekeeping for Dummies (For Dummies (Pets)): 9781119310068: Blackiston, Howland, Caron, Dewey M.: Books Review: Ordered 4 books, I finished this one first - Really good basic, but through intro book about beekeeping. I wasn't expecting much from a "for dummies" book but I'm happily eating my words. I'm researching everything I need to know about starting and caring for a hive for work. We run an organic farm and I ordered this and 3 other beekeeping books. I started with The Backyard Beekeeper, but left it at home so cracked this one the other day at work. It's so easy to read and written in a way that makes me want to keep reading. I finished it in less than 24hours. I feel like I have a good foundation to jump from, and the other books will be easier to read now that I'm familiar with the subject. Information is presented clearly. Standard practice as well as the author's personal suggestions, but always reminding the reader that learning the traditional methods is important yet we'll develop our own styles as time goes on. Pick what works best for us. Review: Very informative and Easy to follow - When I started reading this book I had absolutely no knowledge about beekeeping what so ever. After reading it and doing a little more research, I was able to feel more confident about buying a hive and setting it up. The author does a very good job of comparing all of the hive types and explaining the pros and cons of each one. Even though the book mainly covers the Langstroth hive, it gives plenty of information and tips on other hives and styles of beekeeping. I refer back to this book whenever I need to refresh my memory on how to do things. This book covers all aspects of beekeeping and if this is something you are thinking of doing, I highly recommend it. Looking on the internet intimidated me to the point that I almost didn't even try to do it. This book helped to break it down and make it a little less confusing. There is a lot of contradicting information out there, so start here so you have a little better understanding from an expert. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,277,259 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #22 in Animal Husbandry (Books) #214 in Agriculture #281 in Engineering (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (2,057) | | Dimensions | 7.5 x 1 x 9.5 inches | | Edition | 4th | | ISBN-10 | 1119310067 | | ISBN-13 | 978-1119310068 | | Item Weight | 1.4 pounds | | Language | English | | Print length | 442 pages | | Publication date | January 1, 2017 | | Publisher | For Dummies | ## Images ![Beekeeping for Dummies (For Dummies (Pets)) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81z1EWU2KBL.jpg) ![Beekeeping for Dummies (For Dummies (Pets)) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81oArNhtDuL.jpg) ![Beekeeping for Dummies (For Dummies (Pets)) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/718s8fASS2L.jpg) ![Beekeeping for Dummies (For Dummies (Pets)) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81CYzrrry2L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ordered 4 books, I finished this one first *by D***S on April 8, 2017* Really good basic, but through intro book about beekeeping. I wasn't expecting much from a "for dummies" book but I'm happily eating my words. I'm researching everything I need to know about starting and caring for a hive for work. We run an organic farm and I ordered this and 3 other beekeeping books. I started with The Backyard Beekeeper, but left it at home so cracked this one the other day at work. It's so easy to read and written in a way that makes me want to keep reading. I finished it in less than 24hours. I feel like I have a good foundation to jump from, and the other books will be easier to read now that I'm familiar with the subject. Information is presented clearly. Standard practice as well as the author's personal suggestions, but always reminding the reader that learning the traditional methods is important yet we'll develop our own styles as time goes on. Pick what works best for us. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very informative and Easy to follow *by D***E on April 21, 2020* When I started reading this book I had absolutely no knowledge about beekeeping what so ever. After reading it and doing a little more research, I was able to feel more confident about buying a hive and setting it up. The author does a very good job of comparing all of the hive types and explaining the pros and cons of each one. Even though the book mainly covers the Langstroth hive, it gives plenty of information and tips on other hives and styles of beekeeping. I refer back to this book whenever I need to refresh my memory on how to do things. This book covers all aspects of beekeeping and if this is something you are thinking of doing, I highly recommend it. Looking on the internet intimidated me to the point that I almost didn't even try to do it. This book helped to break it down and make it a little less confusing. There is a lot of contradicting information out there, so start here so you have a little better understanding from an expert. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great starter book. *by J***N on March 12, 2020* I'm new to beekeeping and, in fact, have not even received anything to get started with yet. I bought another beginner's book before this one and it was a bit too basic. However, I'm a bit "old school" and would rather have a physical book than to continue going online to find all the information I needed...it's just in too many places to keep track. I've had a few Dummies books over the years and had seen this one mentioned by several individuals and groups online, so I bought it. It's a great reference. There are many specifics to beekeeping like species, locales, hive types, etc. and this one includes at least a little about a lot of that to keep into consideration. It does stick to their recommendation for absolute beginners though and so most of the information in it that focus realm. I've learned quite a lot from the book and it prompted me to not wait anymore to start purchasing certain items so that I'm ready for my May bee nuc. I can see this book as a great "go-to" reference when I have concerns or questions going forward, with no issue. I still have a ton to learn, but I think anyone starting out in beekeeping needs this book. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/38035095-beekeeping-for-dummies-for-dummies-pets](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/38035095-beekeeping-for-dummies-for-dummies-pets) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-17*