Innes book of tropical fish

Dec 21, 2017 the most important thing is that it gives a pronunciation guide for the scientific names. Every tropical fish i could think of is in there and the information it gives for each fish is very useful. First published in 1917 and long out of print, goldfish varieties and tropical aquarium fishes is a complete guide to aquaria and related subjects by william t. William t innes february 2, 1874 february 27, 1969 is one of the most influential author, photographer, printer and publisher in our hobbys history.

Innes and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It follows christine, patti and rosa the daughters of a relatively well off family whose father, a senior government official, becomes an alcoholic and loses everything starting with his job. More than 10 years i had this book before i ever had a tank. As a teenager i would go to the local library and special order international zoo yearbooks. Liveaquaria is the largest online shop for all of your fish needs. He set the standard that many fish keeping guides follow. In depth published by the tropical fish club of burlington. It was probably what piqued my interest in tropical fish enough to get started.

Scientific names, phrases and technicalities have been reduced to an absolute minimum. It is the only fish book ive ever seen that does that. Shop today and get free shipping on qualifying orders. Iowa bird company includes fish and aquariums november 1905. The innes book of exotic aquarium fishes from a 1956 printing lists suitable species as the percula clown likely a. Metaframe fish tank dr william innes exotic aquarium fishes this 1960s package includes the following items. Hovlid, how to have a successful aquarium, hutchinson, 1962 t. Exotic aquarium fishes has 2 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Lot of 10 issues 1964 the aquarium magazine, william t. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Exotic aquarium fish hardcover 28 january 1993 by william t. Exotic aquarium fishes william t innes, william thornton. Goldfish varieties and tropical aquarium fishes by innes. Most of the aquarium books mentioned here are worth reading.

Museum of comparative zoologybiodiversity heritage library digitization project. Innes, exotic aquarium fishes, the innes book 19th edition revised, aquariums, inc. It discusses a wide range of topics, including the freshwater aquarium. Exotic aquarium fishes a work of general reference by innes, william t.

I suppose a book that covered every tropical fish would be stupidly large and rather pointless any way. The most voluminous professional correspondence is with george s. Tank capacity, innes aquarium, 1964 vintage sports magazines, fishing books in magazine back issues. Innes publishing company published 19 editions of the book, regarded by. Her book, tropical fish won the 2006 commonwealth writers prize, best first book, africa, and an awp short fiction award. Every fish owner had this book, by axelrod and schultz. Find exotic aquarium fishes by innes, william t at biblio. These yearly books are very expensive, written by zookeepers for other zookeepers. Ive got a copy of the ninth edition of exotic aquarium fishes by william innes innes publishing company, 1948 next to me here, and the livebearer section is a revelation, with 26 different livebearer species listed.

February 2, 1874 february 27, 1969 was an american aquarist, author, photographer, printer and publisher. It revolves around the lives of a family based in entebbe, uganda. Only fish listed are japanese fantail, japanese fringetail, common goldfish, comet, telescope. I memorized it, and ive always had healthy and successful aquariums. Innes 1966 19th revised and updated edition innes 1.

The tfh mail order in back of the booklets was very successful. Innes publishing co philadelphia 1947 8th edition hc black cloth spine with title. On this page you can download your own free copy of the e book tropical fish a beginners guide tropical fish a beginners guide is a great aid for anyone who is pondering the idea of setting up an aquarium, and is also recommended for the beginner aquarist who wishes to find out more about how to care for the aquarium in the best way possible. The basic simplicity of keeping tropical fish is emphasised right from the start.

Uncommonly good collectible and rare books from uncommonly good booksellers. A complete guide to aquaria and related subjects hardback or cased book innes, william t. Not only does it give easy to understand details of the fish but also from the outset of setting up to those things that your charges suffer from. Buy a cheap copy of exotic aquarium fishes book by william t. She has graduated from makerere university with a jd, and from the university of maryland with an mfa. Aquarium and goldfish varieties and tropical aquarium fishes. Details goldfish varieties and tropical aquarium fishes. Innes was the author of numerous influential books and hundreds of articles about aquarium fish, aquatic plants and aquarium maintenance during the formative years of the aquarium hobby in america. It is the common fish that is suitable for beginners. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. Encyclopedia of tropical fishes axelrod and vorderwinkler, tfh publications, 1962, 763 pages many grew up on this book, and it and the innes book were the staples of fish literature for many years. Buy exotic aquarium fish book online at low prices in.

Regarding axelrod, it would have be amazing to hear him talk about his life and tropical fish. Innes was the publisher of the aquarium magazine and knew his stuff. This book is a really useful thing to have when deciding what fish to buy. Innes was the author of numerous influential books and hundreds of articles about aquarium fish, aquatic plants. Good book just to read and extend your knowledge on some more tropical species, their behaviours and so on. Innes was the godfather of the aquarium hobby in the first half of the 20th century. Jan 01, 2005 doreen baingana is a ugandan short story writer. The first published account of petenensis i can uncover in the american tropical fish hobby is an article by w. Innes is considered to be the father of modern day aquarium fish keeping. Not a massively long book but what it covers it seems to cover off well. There were 19 editions of it from 1935 through 1966.

The book provides a familybyfamily treatment of popular aquarium fish species. These fish books and aquarium books are for both freshwater and saltwater aquarium hobbyists. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. I would definitely recommend getting this if you have or are thinking of getting tropical fish. Exotic aquarium fishes the innes book by innes, william t.

Axelrod in the early 1950s with his brother started selling fish books, booklets and pet booklets from the trunk of the car. On this page you can download your own free copy of the ebook tropical fish a beginners guide tropical fish a beginners guide is a great aid for anyone who is pondering the idea of setting up an aquarium, and is also recommended for the beginner aquarist who wishes to find out more about how to care for the aquarium in the best way possible. In the aquarium, the liberty molly can be aggressive towards other tankmates and nip the fins of other fishes in the tank. Goldfish varieties and tropical aquarium fishes by innes, william t. A great book with much information that cannot be found in other texts within the aquarium trade. Important information such as popular name and scientific name, size and origin as. From sustainably raised freshwater and saltwater fish, plants, invertebrates, corals, and reef rock to premium aquarium supplies, food, and equipment. Also see a similar but equally as useful book called exotic tropical fishes. Goldfish varieties and tropical aquarium fishes by william t. You will gain great knowledge and insight into how to properly maintain an aquarium with this book and on top of that, you will learn of many, many beautiful species of tropical fish, many of which you might not necessarily see in your local. Book and internet references for freshwater fish and plants. Julian, dell encyclopedia of tropical fish, dell publishing, 1974. This aquarium book has everything youll need to know about aquarium fish, their environment and most imporantly disease prevention.

International xiphophorus breeder public group facebook. Keeping tropical fish can be one of the most rewarding hobbies. It is the cute, active, and hardy which can be used for your small tank. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. It explains the basics of fish care that have not changed since dr. And exotic aquarium fishes was and many feel still is the greatest book every wrritten for and about the aquarium hobby. Compare that to the average modern aquarium book, which likely list only guppies, mollies, platies, and swordtails.

Fish stores fish stores, pet stores and other commercial entities may produce printed copies of this e book or section thereof. Exotic tropical fishes hardcover book, aquarium management book, large tropical fish encyclopedia 1985 t. There are letters, sketches of fish, and other documents that pertain to innes interest in exotic fishes for home aquariums and their care. Exotic aquarium fishes the innes book nodust by innes. He has cataloged fishes for the aquarium by families and takes the time to distinguish differences among the families. There is information on the journal aquarium which he founded in 1932, and minute books of the aquarium society of philadelphia, 18981912 3 vol. The innes book of exotic fishes leaves all others out in the cold. The beautiful spiketail mollienesia poecilia that appeared in the july, 1938 issue of the aquarium magazine and was illustrated by a black and white photograph also by innes of a lovely young pair of. Well, the very old book exotic aquarium fishes by dr. Innes seminal aquarium book, extoic aquarium fishes. Ac tropical fish main page or to the download page where each member can download their own copy. Innes, former president of the aquarium society of philadelphia. Jul 01, 2014 ive been told that the innes book with the green cover and gilded picture of harlequin rasboras is the one to have. It discusses a wide range of topics, including the freshwater aquarium, goldfish varieties, judging goldfish competitions.

You will gain great knowledge and insight into how to. Today it is still a must for every aquarists library as a history of this great hobby. In clear, understanding language, the author covers every aspect of keeping a tropical aquarium. Fish and reptile books that i treasure a practical.

Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. A great reference for anyone interested in tropical fish and aquariums. Tropical fish is a short story collection, published in 2005, by ugandan author doreen baingana. Think of this book as your go to guide when something goes wrong, it is a wonderful guide on keeping fish healthy through prevention and good fish keeping practice. Born in philadelphia, he was the founder, publisher.

Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. The next fish that we suggest on types of tropical fish for beginners is zebra danio. I got this book along with my first aquarium in 1983. The classic innes book, exotic aquarium fishes, was the standard reference for. I f we look at the aquarium literature of the mid50s, we can see a glimpse of our hobbys birth and the challenges of the day. Tfh publishing had its own printing press in new jersey. Best types of tropical fish for beginners aquarium base. A manual outlining the selection and care of tropical fish and how to set up and maintain an aquarium. According to innes, this aggressiveness and the loss of color intensity over captive generations led to the fish losing popularity in the hobby.