Published online by Cambridge University Press: 12 April 2016
We present optical photometry and high resolution optical spectra of the Be star X Persei/HD 24534, the counterpart to the X-ray pulsar 4U0352+30, obtained over the past ~10 years. These spectra show a variety of behaviour, ending with the onset of a strong V/R cycle. Observations of the He 16678 line suggest several episodes of discrete disc forming. This data forms part of a major long-term multiwavelength monitoring programme (UBVRIJHKL photometry plus optical and UV spectroscopy).