What Books are Best?

[oceandojo]

Hi there!
Been reading these boards for about a month now, and I'm about ready to begin. I'm off to Italy on vacation (and hopefully celebrate a world cup victory) for a couple of weeks and wish to read up further before even purchasing the tank. (hoping for a 50gl or so).
What books should I take with me on the subject?
Thanks so very much!

 

[stokedhawk]

The Conscientious Marine Aquarist by Fenner is good and if you are interested in a reef aquarium I'd also get Natural Reef Aquariums by Tullock. For a light read The New Marine Aquarium by Paletta is a good starter book, lots of basics to get an idea of everything you're going to need.

 

[oceandojo]

Thanks so much! Just ordered them all. Might as well start a library to go along with the Aquarium. Can't believe I was about to just buy a tank and a "Full set up" according to the LFS. I got home and googled for more info on the entire hobby. That was last month.
Since then, I've just been reading and taking notes.
You folks are a lifesaver! (for the fish especially!)