Beekeeping:- Keys, John. The Antient Bee-Master's Farewell, 1796

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Beekeeping and apiology:- Keys, John. 1796 The Antient Bee-Master's Farewell; or, Full and Plain Directions for the Management of Bees to the greatest Advantage; disclosing further improvements of the Hives, Boxes and other Instruments, to facilitate the operations. London: printed for G. G. & J. Robinson. First edition. Contemporary mottled calf, gilt bands to the spine, which is heavily rubbed with loss to the tail, the edges and joints rubbed, a few light instances of rubbing to the boards. A few spots to the fore edge, with resultant marginal spots. Ex libris bookplate to the front endpaper. Complete with half title and index to rear; illustrated with two engraved plates. Uncommon in contemporary leather. 8vo. (1) Publisher: G. G. & J. Robinson Publisher Location: London Publication Date: 1796 Binding: Hardcover Edition: First Edition