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Keeping marine fish is considered perhaps the most complex and difficult type of fish keeping, and many books would not come close to giving a complete guide to all areas of the hobby. Reputed author and renowned aquarist Dick Mills gives an amazing exploration of marine fish keeping, covering many aspects of the intricate subject. The book is split into two sections, the first clearly describing the mechanics, maintenance and preparation of a marine aquarium. This section has a very informative style, but is easy to read with many useful diagrams and pictures. The second section, labelled 'Fish Profiles', is a beautiful description of some common marine fish. Each profile contains essential data on the species, including their origin, compatibility, number per tank, availability and any information on breeding them. Mills' book is packed with great colour pictures, with useful information displayed on every page. If you are considering keeping marine fish, then 'The Marine Aquarium' is definitely worth a read. --Pet Focus
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The traditional image of an encyclopedia as a large, heavy volume only occasionally taken down from a dusty shelf is blown out of the water by this new range of mini-encyclopedias. These are comprehensive, concentrated packages of up-to-date practical guidance on a variety of fishkeeping and water gardening themes. The core text is amplified and extended by panels, captions and annotations that accompany the photographs and graphic illustrations. The first part of each volume consists of a hands-on practical section that follows the step-by-step progress of a specific project. Accompanying text includes technical advice on the equipment required to complete each stage of the project. The second part features a wide range of species or varieties relevant to the subject. These profile sections are profusely illustrated with stunning colour photographs and are designed to inspire readers to expand their collections. By combining practical and reference sections, these mini encyclopedias represent the ideal compromise in a world where shelf space is limited but the thirst for knowledge increases every day.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Well laid out book which gives a good standardised format for selecting fish and equipment for the beginner to set-up a tank. However I found there was some incompleteness in the book, it doesn't go into much detail about invertebrates and only really concentrates on fish as far as a 'living' environment is concerned. I would prefer more detail or perhaps an accompanying book.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a great little book that I purchased when I decided that I wanted to get into keeping a marine aquarium - it is definitely a good book for the beginner, and probably a good reference book for the more experienced hobbyist.
The book is well written with easy to understand language that won't confuse the inexperienced beginner. It is also well structured; it begins with basic equipment and aquarium setup, before moving onto introducing livestock etc. to your aquarium. The book also progresses in a logical way, listing fish and creatures generally in increasing difficulty of maintenance.
The book also provides sufficient depth on each fish's behaviour, temperament and typical characteristics etc. Further to this, it is illustrated with beautiful photographs that keep it interesting and helpful.
In conclusion, this little book is great value for money and has an excellent amount of information supported by a lot of brilliant photos and illustrations. In saying that, it is most likely aimed at beginners more than an experienced hobbyist, but I believe it is still sufficiently cheap that experienced hobbyists should purchase this as a quick reference book.
The book is well written with easy to understand language that won't confuse the inexperienced beginner. It is also well structured; it begins with basic equipment and aquarium setup, before moving onto introducing livestock etc. to your aquarium. The book also progresses in a logical way, listing fish and creatures generally in increasing difficulty of maintenance.
The book also provides sufficient depth on each fish's behaviour, temperament and typical characteristics etc. Further to this, it is illustrated with beautiful photographs that keep it interesting and helpful.
In conclusion, this little book is great value for money and has an excellent amount of information supported by a lot of brilliant photos and illustrations. In saying that, it is most likely aimed at beginners more than an experienced hobbyist, but I believe it is still sufficiently cheap that experienced hobbyists should purchase this as a quick reference book.
Format:Paperback
This is proving to be an exceptionally good little book with much advice to help us set up the aquarium. It has really good font style with superb illustrations that makes it particularly useful for my little daughter to read and understand what we need to do with the aquarium.
A good buy which I would recommend to anyone starting up with a new aquarium.
Amazon delivery and service great..as always.
A good buy which I would recommend to anyone starting up with a new aquarium.
Amazon delivery and service great..as always.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
My Experience as a total beginner to Marine Fish keeping
I am new to Marine fish keeping so need a book that is easy to read, simple to understand and gives you all the information you need. Read more
Published 7 months ago by E. R. Leaver
Great book
Great book lots of information in it great if your new to it tells you everything you need to know about setting up to the different fish to choose and how to keep them great buy
Published 14 months ago by Tamarabooknut
GREAT LITTLE BOOK
Definitely recommend. Concise and informative. Detailed and full of useful photographs. Great value - a must have for a beginner!!!
Published on 28 Feb 2010 by A. Park
Something Fishy !!!!
An excellent, easy to read book crammed with colourful photographs and diagrams. Excellent value for money.
Published on 10 Jan 2010 by Mr. Michael J. Heffernan
Excellent Book!
As a marine enthusiast, I find this book to be incredibly useful as an aid for setting up tanks and maintaining a perfect harmony in them. Read more
Published on 13 Feb 2009 by D. Felton
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