Honey bees are still wild animals today that do not actually require human care. Originally, they preferred to build their hives in hollow spaces in trees. For thousands of years, bees have been utilized by humans for their products such as wax and honey. Beekeepers were once regarded as true experts, whose knowledge and skills were indispensable. Since the activity can still be performed at an advanced age, beekeeping was often passed on to the elderly. Beekeepers were associated with age, wisdom, and experience. In the present volume "The Swiss Bee Father," the authors provide a comprehensive guide to beekeeping. They describe the natural history of bees, their breeds, enemies, diseases, forage plants, their habitats and how they are made, beekeeping equipment, the life and care of the bee colony.