The Cannabible 2

Rating:
Summary: excellent
Review: I just picked up this book in hard cover. I scanned through most all the pictures and read through quite a bit of it and so far, I think it's a superb book for it's genre. I agree with other reviewers that it does not really provide useful information for a grower and is limited in examination of strains, but there is a lot of information on available stabilized strains on the internet and a plethora of grow books available. I am glad that Jason King has covered common, rare and unobtainable strains with excellent photography and has added a very personal touch through his stories with cannabis connoisseurs worldwide and medicinal users here in California. There is not a better 'coffee' table book out there.

Rating:
Summary: Great book for it's purpose
Review: I just picked up this book in hard cover. I scanned through most all the pictures and read through quite a bit of it and so far, I think it's a superb book for it's genre. I agree with other reviewers that it does not really provide useful information for a grower and is limited in examination of strains, but there is a lot of information on available stabilized strains on the internet and a plethora of grow books available. I am glad that Jason King has covered common, rare and unobtainable strains with excellent photography and has added a very personal touch through his stories with cannabis connoisseurs worldwide and medicinal users here in California. There is not a better 'coffee' table book out there.

Rating:
Summary: excellent
Review: I love how other people act like they know what they are talking about, these reviewers are idiots. This book is great enough said.

Rating:
Summary: photo shoot in a million
Review: If you know Jason king then you will know this is not a grow book,but what it is ,is a photo-shoot with buds been the model (very nice too) Great shots ,marvell as he( J,King) tries to get you to almost taste the subjects as he describes them for you, add too that a couple of interesting paragraphs and you have quite a neat book.

Rating:
Summary: The scriptures of Pot
Review: The author is a marijuana enthusiast and great photographer. In this, the second Cannabible, he continues his quest to document the world's various marijuana strains in a humorous text enhanced by his acclaimed microscopic photography.

He writes engagingly on all aspects of the plant, from leaves to buds, and lists his favorite types whilst providing information on the use of this botanical for various purposes, including stimulating creativity. He also described the effects, aromas and tastes of about 200 varieties.

In addition, he investigates the smoking paraphernalia, medical uses of the plant, the tolerance factor and even the connection between chocolate and marijuana. The information is very thorough and detailed, making this book a valuable reference guide to the cultivator and user of this substance.

The Cannabible 2 is a most impressive read and the photographs are beautiful. The book will appeal to marijuana afficionados and all those interested in psycho-active botanicals.

Rating:
Summary: Sprung!
Review: What I love most about this book is the perfect marriage between the photography and the printing . King obviously knows his lenses - he uses depth of field like a true artist. I don't know who did the color developing, but it is glorious. Kudos to Tenspeed press for spending the time and cash to do it right.

Rating:
Summary: Cannabible 2 Rocks!
Review: When I first received this book I was very impressed by the cover.
Once you hold it in your hand you will understand. The printing
process used on the front cover has a glossy photo on a matte
background, and this creates a beautiful interplay of light on the
cover image. The back cover also amazed me, as there are extremely
high quality photos of unusually well grown buds.

The microphotography throughout the book is exceptionally clear, and
extremely valuable to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the
maturation process of cannabis trichomes.

Throughout the book there are anectdotes and references to people
that have played a prominent role in the cannabis reform movement,
which I find very interesting. For example, the photos of Eddy Lepp's
garden were on such a grand scale that I laughed out loud when I saw
them. Unfortunately, the garden was raided, but Eddy was never
charged.

The scope of the genetics covered in Cannabible 2 is not only broad
but contemporary and relevant to present day cultivation. The text
and details on the strains is very well written, with clear concise
explanations of lineage. I even agree with the author's assesment of
some of my favorite strains, Cinderella and Apollo. It is rare that I
find such a like minded sativa lover as is the author, Jason King.

I own cannabis cultivation books all the way back to 1977, and I can
say without hesitation that Cannabible 2 has a place among the very
best of my library. Not because it will teach you everything you need
to grow, but rather because it will show you what good looks like.
The pictures, and the layout of the images are extremely powerful. It
is obvious that the author is looking with an eye that sees past the
surface of his subject. It is hard to quantify, but the sense of
quality and care in the compilation of this volume is clearly
tangible.

Lucas