PREFACE TO EIGHTH EDITION. 
The Appendix now added to this work gives direc- 
tions for using, and sets forth some of the advantages 
of, L. L. Langstroth’s movable-comb hive. 
Could the Author have taken his choice, its appear- 
ance would have been deferred till the result of some 
experiments now in progress had been completed. 
But the numerous inquiries for an opinion of its merits 
indicate that there is too much interest for any longer 
delay. 
At present, there is but little alteration in the body 
of the work. There will be some who still adhere to 
the common box-hive. Most of the natural history 
and practical directions apply to both hives alike, and 
will serve both classes of Bee-keepers. 
M. QUINBY. 
St. Johnsville, Montgomery Co., N. Y., 
January 1, 1859. 
