I purchased this book for my husband, who is starting a salt-water tank. He LOVES it and it has been extremely helpful. I was a bit disappointed when I saw on the book that the list price was 16.95 and I paid $24.95 for it. This may be because it is not easily available from other venues – I’m not sure, but I do feel a bit ripped off.
As a beginner in saltwater aquariums, I have bought numerous books now but this by far is the best! I got it used & cheap from a used bookstore on Amazon and it was so worth it. Its very thick and packed full of information…..information that a beginner can actually understand! And this writer is realllly funny ! I have laughed out loud reading this book. He just throws in these little wise-cracks once in awhile and it just makes it that much for fun to read. This is a must for anyone who is just starting in saltwater aquariums or considering it. In fact, buy this book 1st if you can, before you even go get your aquarium. It starts out with picking out an aquarium, what supplies you need, what not to waste your money on, then up the fish to get, what to feed them, and how to keep them healty.
I have read several books, and this one was by far the easiest to read! But don’t let that fool you! Despite this, it is full of great information! If you are looking into getting saltwater fish, and don’t want a book which sounds like a college chemistry book, this is the one for you!
As a novice aquarist, I have to say that this book is GREAT! Ihad read many books on the subject, but this one gave me the courageto actually set up my dream marine aquarium. It has been eight months, and I now have a tank to be proud of. It has inspired several friends and family to start their own. They also have learned a great deal from this book. It is now well worn from use. It continues to be my bible for any questions I may have.
I purchased this book for my husband, who is starting a salt-water tank. He LOVES it and it has been extremely helpful. I was a bit disappointed when I saw on the book that the list price was 16.95 and I paid $24.95 for it. This may be because it is not easily available from other venues – I’m not sure, but I do feel a bit ripped off.
As a beginner in saltwater aquariums, I have bought numerous books now but this by far is the best! I got it used & cheap from a used bookstore on Amazon and it was so worth it. Its very thick and packed full of information…..information that a beginner can actually understand! And this writer is realllly funny ! I have laughed out loud reading this book. He just throws in these little wise-cracks once in awhile and it just makes it that much for fun to read. This is a must for anyone who is just starting in saltwater aquariums or considering it. In fact, buy this book 1st if you can, before you even go get your aquarium. It starts out with picking out an aquarium, what supplies you need, what not to waste your money on, then up the fish to get, what to feed them, and how to keep them healty.
This book was funny and informative. I read his freshwater guide and loved it. He tells lots of useful information with pictures! Read this book!!
I have read several books, and this one was by far the easiest to read! But don’t let that fool you! Despite this, it is full of great information! If you are looking into getting saltwater fish, and don’t want a book which sounds like a college chemistry book, this is the one for you!
As a novice aquarist, I have to say that this book is GREAT! Ihad read many books on the subject, but this one gave me the courageto actually set up my dream marine aquarium. It has been eight months, and I now have a tank to be proud of. It has inspired several friends and family to start their own. They also have learned a great deal from this book. It is now well worn from use. It continues to be my bible for any questions I may have.