A MANUAL OF BEEKEEPING by John Hunter 1884 * Bees

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A MANUAL OF BEEKEEPING by John Hunter Published: W H Allen, 1884, 4th edition; hardback green cloth covers with gilt lettering and cover and spine designs; 220 pages + 32 pages booksellers adverts; approx 19 x 13 cm. - a most attractive copy of this early bee book; lovely section, amongst many others, on different hive designs with illustrations. - with 74 line drawings figures Very G ood Condition : contents and covers generally very clean and tidy; no inscriptions; age related browning at endpapers; just a few faintish brown spots at title pages; small tear top p61 - piece hinged to p62 - not affecting text; crack after contents page, but nothing serious; slight corner wear. A clean, sharp and bright copy. General comment about photos : Please note that covers are generally brighter and with richer / darker colours than photos suggest. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I endeavour to post within 3 days of cleared payment and always obtain proof of postage. Combined postage discount will be offered for the purchase of multiple items, where possible. Please ask for a quote for overseas postage (airmail only) before bidding or for other postage options (e.g. 1st class, insurance etc.). Please contact me for any further information.