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At the core of this book is an extended photographic storyboard that follows the stages of creating a tropical freshwater aquarium. From day one to week twelve and beyond, this real time practical sequence provides a unique insight into the successes and setbacks of turning an empty glass box into a thriving underwater world. At logical points along this timeline of practical progress, profile sections feature selections of aquarium plants and fish. The emphasis is on explaining the natural cycles involved and stressing that successful fishkeeping demands care, compassion, creativity and technical expertise. The ideal hobby, in fact.
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Stuart Thraves has had a lifelong fascination with fish. This led him to study them at Sparsholt College in Hampshire, England. Stuart s interest in fish has also developed into a favourite hobby diving which he enjoys pursuing around the UK and in the Red Sea. Today, he is Brand Manager of a leading aquarist supply company. His day-to-day experience of the hobby keeps him abreast of the latest developments and provides an ideal platform for writing this book.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is not cheap, even at Amazon prices but it is worth the extra few pounds. The author has been involved in the writing or co-writing of a number of aquarium/tropical fish books and has certainly got the hang of how to go about producing a good book, covering all aspects of fish-keeping.
The book takes you step by step through the business of setting up an aquarium, something that you must know how to do correctly, because if you don't the results can be catastrophic. Most people when they get a tank, immediately want to see some fish in it. Disaster strikes and they give up the idea of keeping fish before they have even started.
This book tell you the correct way to set up the tank when to introduce the plant and more importantly when to put fish in. Without going into great detail here, a chemical process needs to take place before the water is fit to put fish in. Putting fish into water that five minutes ago was in the tap is a sure recipe for disaster. The book explains what needs to be done step by step.
Follow the instructions in the book and you will have a wonderful looking tank with beautiful, healthy fish, some of which are shown in the excellent photographs in the book. The old saying "it's easy when you know how" illustrates why you should buy this book and anyway watching the movements of brightly colored fish , that rapidly become tame enough show their hungry when you get the food out is much better than watching TV and more relaxing.
The book takes you step by step through the business of setting up an aquarium, something that you must know how to do correctly, because if you don't the results can be catastrophic. Most people when they get a tank, immediately want to see some fish in it. Disaster strikes and they give up the idea of keeping fish before they have even started.
This book tell you the correct way to set up the tank when to introduce the plant and more importantly when to put fish in. Without going into great detail here, a chemical process needs to take place before the water is fit to put fish in. Putting fish into water that five minutes ago was in the tap is a sure recipe for disaster. The book explains what needs to be done step by step.
Follow the instructions in the book and you will have a wonderful looking tank with beautiful, healthy fish, some of which are shown in the excellent photographs in the book. The old saying "it's easy when you know how" illustrates why you should buy this book and anyway watching the movements of brightly colored fish , that rapidly become tame enough show their hungry when you get the food out is much better than watching TV and more relaxing.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
me an my wife are just about to jump into aquarium project and were looking for something which could explain in detail from A to Z. This is the one! Very pleased with the layout and photograph quality. It really does the job and gives you a clear picture where to start and how to progress. If you are a beginner then this book is a must have.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am a total novice when it comes to Aquariums, just about to make my own from scratch (thats siliconing the thing together as well!).
This book arrived the other day via Amazon's usual, (to date) faultless service, and I have read it front to back already.
Well set out and highly informative, especially aimed at the beginner but I feel sure the more advanced fishkeeper will find it helpful too.
Step by step setting up of the equipment detailing the alternatives available along the way.
Comprehensive section on aquatic plants.
Separate sections detailing first fish to buy, then second and then a selection of fish to be added when the tank is more established. Concentrates on the community fish but includes a selection of Cichlids suitable for the comunity tank.
One extra plus, is its indication of the size of each fish fully grown, something many books fail to do.
You can't go wrong with this book, worth every penny.
This book arrived the other day via Amazon's usual, (to date) faultless service, and I have read it front to back already.
Well set out and highly informative, especially aimed at the beginner but I feel sure the more advanced fishkeeper will find it helpful too.
Step by step setting up of the equipment detailing the alternatives available along the way.
Comprehensive section on aquatic plants.
Separate sections detailing first fish to buy, then second and then a selection of fish to be added when the tank is more established. Concentrates on the community fish but includes a selection of Cichlids suitable for the comunity tank.
One extra plus, is its indication of the size of each fish fully grown, something many books fail to do.
You can't go wrong with this book, worth every penny.
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Very useful book
I bought this because of the reviews & think it's as good as is claimed. My only reservation was that I looked for a trouble-shooting section when I had a problem with... Read more
Published 3 months ago by kate
The best book for first timers
This book should be essential reading for a first fishtank.
It takes you through everything you need to know from buying your tank through to mounting it, decorating it... Read more
It takes you through everything you need to know from buying your tank through to mounting it, decorating it... Read more
Published 4 months ago by PMK
Fantastic book
This book is a must have for anyone starting a new aquarium. I brought this before I started & used it at every stage of setting up my tank, buying plants, buying fish,... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Gemma
Fantastic book!!!
I am really happy with the way the book explains and illustrates EVERYTHING about setting up week by week a fish tank!
I have 5 aquariums at home and it's my hobby for years.. Read more
I have 5 aquariums at home and it's my hobby for years.. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Max Bednarski
Ok as far as it goes
Information seems ok as far as it goes and is well presented with a lot of images for the beginner.
Published 11 months ago by Raymond L. Wagstaffe
Excellent book!
Excellent guide ! it is well worth the money ! dont hesitate buying it ! i am so glad i bought this book, it has helped me so much, the week by week guide is very useful and the... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Razvan
Great book! for begginers
Although this book took a few days to come over the expected arrival time, it's still a very good book to keep ontop of my aquarium keeping. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mr. L. Smith
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