¿I had always thought I had a thorough understanding of the role bees play in nature. But reading Dr. Reese Halter's book was a shocking revelation of the importance of bees in pollinating a wide variety of crops and plants, and thus their importance to our very survival. With amazing clarity and ease of understanding, Dr. Reese brings to light the vital role of bees in the pageant of all life on this planet. This is a ¿must read¿ for anyone concerned about the relationship of our ecology with our well-being. Thank you, Dr. Reese, for articulating the scientific knowledge in such an easily readable form.

¿ -- Courtney Milne, Master Photographer, author of ¿The Sacred Earth¿ ¿Dr. Reese Halter is one of the most fascinating science writers of our time. In this book he has given us insight into the truly remarkable lives of bees. He will open your eyes to the incredible ways bees enhance our lives, how our relationships with them have lasted for thousands of years and how we have prospered as a result. Unfortunately, bees are now imperiled around the world, suffering from a mysterious deadly disease, their very survival in question. Dr. Reese explains the causes -- and consequences -- of their plight in an easily understandable way. I think ¿The Incomparable Honeybee¿ is essential reading for anyone interested in the wonders of the natural world.

¿ -- Robert O. Teskey, Distinguished Research Professor, University of Georgia.