Tim,
Dr. Diana Sammataro's book: The BEEKEEPERS HANDBOOK, 3rd Edition dated April
98
is perhaps the BEST book ever written for both beginners or novices. It is
$29.95, and available by E-mail: [log in to unmask]
You will learn a lot more, a lot easier, and save a lot of money that you
have lost by mistakes.
Good Luck!
Maybe my url's will be helpful:
http://www.cybertours.com/~midnitebee/ click the lower right image
http://www.beekeeper.org/george_imirie/index.html
George Imirie