Book of Coral Propagation, Volume 1: Reef Gardening for Aquarists

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Summary: Book of Coral Propagation
Review: If your are new in tha hobby... and your are scare... do not have to be any more, just get this masterpiece and enjoy your self until next edition.

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Summary: A true masterpiece in coral husbandry and propagation!
Review: The "Book of Coral Propagation" is now my favorite book in my 40-some reef/marine aquarium book collection. If you are looking for a first-rate book on coral propagation and husbandry that is in-depth, up-to-date, and full of ground-breaking information, then look no further. Don't assume this book is just about propagation for the commercial sector or hardcore reef aquarists. It provides a holistic view on the husbandry of corals too, that even beginners can appreciate. In order to propagate corals, you need to understand how they thrive and grow, and this book will be your ultimate guide. So even if you don't plan on propagating corals, this book will still provide more information on husbandry than any other book out there. The coral family overviews themselves are worth buying this book. This book is thick, and it's not full of filler. Unlike most books in the hobby (and industry for that matter), this book actually contains valuable knowledge - and lots of it - derived from years of bona fide research, practice, and experience! There are many coral books out in the marketplace, and a few coral husbandry books, but all fall short of providing practical and useful information that aquarists can really use. Most of these so called coral books are reiterations of biology books or make good coffee table books (pretty pictures). This book is radically different! It is so refreshing to read a book that is actually useful. Looking at a picture book full of pretty corals is not going to help you grow and care for corals in your aquarium. Not only is this book useful, it is very easy to read. It's amazing how a book with so much knowledge and detail can be so painless to read and comprehensive at the same time. I would highly recommend all reef aquarists add this book to their current book collection. No matter how many books you have, you will find this book most useful and full of innovativation, insight, and revolutionary knowledge based on real-life experiences of the author. And if you don't have any coral books yet, then look no further, save your money, and buy this book first!

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Summary: A true masterpiece in coral husbandry and propagation!
Review: The "Book of Coral Propagation" is now my favorite book in my 40-some reef/marine aquarium book collection. If you are looking for a first-rate book on coral propagation and husbandry that is in-depth, up-to-date, and full of ground-breaking information, then look no further. Don't assume this book is just about propagation for the commercial sector or hardcore reef aquarists. It provides a holistic view on the husbandry of corals too, that even beginners can appreciate. In order to propagate corals, you need to understand how they thrive and grow, and this book will be your ultimate guide. So even if you don't plan on propagating corals, this book will still provide more information on husbandry than any other book out there. The coral family overviews themselves are worth buying this book. This book is thick, and it's not full of filler. Unlike most books in the hobby (and industry for that matter), this book actually contains valuable knowledge - and lots of it - derived from years of bona fide research, practice, and experience! There are many coral books out in the marketplace, and a few coral husbandry books, but all fall short of providing practical and useful information that aquarists can really use. Most of these so called coral books are reiterations of biology books or make good coffee table books (pretty pictures). This book is radically different! It is so refreshing to read a book that is actually useful. Looking at a picture book full of pretty corals is not going to help you grow and care for corals in your aquarium. Not only is this book useful, it is very easy to read. It's amazing how a book with so much knowledge and detail can be so painless to read and comprehensive at the same time. I would highly recommend all reef aquarists add this book to their current book collection. No matter how many books you have, you will find this book most useful and full of innovativation, insight, and revolutionary knowledge based on real-life experiences of the author. And if you don't have any coral books yet, then look no further, save your money, and buy this book first!

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Summary: How to run a propagation company in one book
Review: The knowledge that Anthony has packed into this one volume is amazing. He covers everthing you need to know to get started in the propagation industry. He inspired me to take a more active role and begin to take my hobby more seriously. Even if you do not want to start a business, this book is a wealth of information.

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Summary: How to run a propagation company in one book
Review: The knowledge that Anthony has packed into this one volume is amazing. He covers everthing you need to know to get started in the propagation industry. He inspired me to take a more active role and begin to take my hobby more seriously. Even if you do not want to start a business, this book is a wealth of information.

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Summary: Book of Coral Propagation
Review: This book along with Natural Reef Aquariums by John H. Tullock are by far the best I have read. I have bought many. To my amazement The Book of Coral Propagtion kept me up most of the night and thru the weekened. This is technical reading made easy. The result was I ordered differant equipment for my 125 reef set up and will approach it in many new ways.

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Summary: The best book I ever read
Review: This book has helped me so much with reef keeping and coral propagation. Easy to read, funny, and very informitive.

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Summary: MUST HAVE!
Review: This book is a must have for anyone who has or is thinking reef keeping. Excellent details on all aspects starting from set up to specific detail on most species (soft and hard corals) to include light, food, reproduction, and current requirements. I have read the book four times and use it as a referance over and over again. The author provides assistance and updates to the book via email. Can't wait for book two which is scheduled for publication 04/2003.

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Summary: MUST HAVE!
Review: This book is a must have for anyone who has or is thinking reef keeping. Excellent details on all aspects starting from set up to specific detail on most species (soft and hard corals) to include light, food, reproduction, and current requirements. I have read the book four times and use it as a referance over and over again. The author provides assistance and updates to the book via email. Can't wait for book two which is scheduled for publication 04/2003.

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Summary: A must-have in any serious aquarist book collection!
Review: This is an absolute must in an aquarist book collection. Although, as the author states is not a coffe table book (it has no pictures), is filled with very usefull information and tips. All chapters are based on the author's long experience, which makes the information evermore believable and worth applying. Beyond the basic information, which is very thourough and complete, there are many more in depth discussions, suggestions and experiences, regarding corals and their propagation. Even if the aquarist is not planning in the near future to propagate his own corals (for now!), this book gives you a super solid foundation for successfull reef keeping. In addition, the book is well written and is very pleasant to read. The straight forward style makes for very easy comprehension. By far, the best marine aquarist book I own.