Aquarium Books, what do you have

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  1. Dolphin

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    so, what aquarium books do you have?
     
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    Just when I started out my wife bought me one at aardklop's 2nd hand book display. "The complete aquarium guide" by Konemann. Extremely usefull for a beginner.
     
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    good topic Dolphin, i went to Exclusive Books on Monday looking for a good book on the different types of tropical/freshwater fish, i found out that there is about 650+ different species, but the most informative and best looking book was going for R543-00. too rich for my blood, i want to buy a book about the different species but not so expensive. i'm busy looking around for a good book, if you know of anyone or any place, please let know...but at the moment, i don't own any aquarium books
     
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    I'm online now on barnes and noble finalizing my order. quickly have a look and let me know if you want anything there and I'll include it with my order and you can pay me later.

    there's a book you might consider:
    Encyclopedia of Aquarium & pond fish
    on special for US$ 7.98 which is +/- R64... crazy price!!!

    here's some info on it
    Product Details

    • <LI class=pubDate>Pub. Date: February 2005 <LI class=publisher>Publisher: DK Publishing, Inc.
    • Format: Hardcover, 400pp
    • Sales Rank: 11,423
    • <LI class=isbn>ISBN-13: 9781615535507 <LI class=isbn>ISBN: 1615535500
    • Edition Description: Bargain
    Synopsis


    A lavishly illustrated reference covering all aspects of keeping fish, the Encyclopedia of Aquarium & Pond Fish is the first book on the market to provide care and identification information on all types of fish for every possible environment, from indoor aquariums to outdoor ponds. The book contains a directory of over 800 of the most popular fish freshwater, saltwater, coldwater, and tropical-showing not only what each fish looks like, but what food they eat, which species they can cohabit with, how big they grow, and much more.
    About the Author:
    David Alderton is an international best-selling author with more than 5 million books sold worldwide and is currently a consultant for the American Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council. His books include Looking After Aquarium Fish, Fish Care, and several other pet/pet care books written for DK.
     
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    Really impresive book. Saw it at CNA over the weekend, of course not at that price.
     
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    If Jesse doesn't take your offer I will be more then happy to Dolphin
     
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    okay, so do you guys want it? quickly confirm please, I need to finalize this order now please.
     
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    Not at this moment thanks Dolphin.
     
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    yes, i want it

    thanks dolphin
     
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    cool, done.

    I'll bring with when I'm in Durbs later this month.
     
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    excellent stuff Dolphin, much appreciated...
     
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    I take it I'm to late. sorry
     
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    is there only one copy available, dolphin? i'm sure there has to be more
     
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    I think its more about he already placed the order. Another order would amount to extra shipping fees. Or so i think
     
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    Arrrggghhh, Franna, we should've placed an order for two
     
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    no stress Franna, I ordered a few more :)

    so, thats
    - one for JesseG
    - one for Franna
    - one for Zoom
    - one for brad
    all gone
     
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    wow Shot Dolphin. Thanks. you can PM me When they arrive and I will Do a internet transfer to you or cash when i pick it up. whatever you prefer .
     
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    anyway, back to the topic...

    I have a few books, both marine and freshwater, including several AquaLog books that I imported a few years back. I'll list these titles later.

    For now, this is what I ordered today:

    Encyclopedia of Aquarium & Pond Fish

    Diseases in Marine Aquarium Fish AND The New Illustrated Guide to Fish Diseases. Both by Gerald Bassleer ALWAYS WANTED THESE BOOKS

    The New Illustrated Guide to Fish Diseases

    Encyclopedia of Aquarium Plants

    Today's Essential Guide to Growing Aquarium Plants

    The Conscientious Marine Aquarist

    Marine Aquarium Handbook

    Reef Aquarium Volume Three
     
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    Please book me encycolpedia book as per telephonic discussion...
     
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    cool, done.
     

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