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Peter Waddington's Koi 2 Kichi
2 volume, 5 piece set

The Koi2Kichi package consists of :

• Book 1 - The Path to Understanding
• Book 2 - The Path to Yamakoshi
• Yamakoshi Nishikigoi Map
• DVD of the tours
• Black slip case

There are many books on the market that claim to be about Koi, but until now there has never really been a 'proper' Koi Keepers' 'proper' Koi book, well now there is.
Koi Kichi represents more than ten years work by Peter Waddington and the results of Koi enthusiasts a unique blend of top quality information, punctuated with wit and a penetrating style of writing that is unmistakably 'Waddy".

What really sets the book apart from ALL others is the sure and certain knowledge that all the material included in it comes from personal experience. It is this humanity above all other aspects that separates it from all the other Koi books and simply makes it better.

Expert guidance on building up your collection of these stunning fish.? Full colour photographs of prize winning koi.? Valuable information on top breeders and bloodlines in Japan.? How to select healthy koi and keep them in good condition.? Clear illustrations highlight patterns and colours to help recognize different varieties.

The opening section traces the rise of the koi hobby, provides advice on buying and feeding koi, and introduces the facinating aspects of breeding and showing.? The main part of the book features all the major koi colour varieties, conveniently presented in their 'show' groupings.

?THE KOI DOCTOR? is an essential overview of all aspects of koi keeping. This guide is intended for hobbyists who care deeply about their ornamental fish. The innumerable tips in this book are indispensable for anyone who wants to keep their koi in the best conditions possible.

Maarten Lammens is one of the few European vets who have specialised in fish. He combines over eight years of practical and theoretical knowledge with a sharp insight in koi behaviour. ?The Koi Doctor? presents this knowledge in a clear and intelligible manner.

by Tom Graham, Koi USA

Identify your fish speedily and easily with a high quality poster that has 47 different varieties of Koi in large pictures.

Quick and easy reference, comes with a glossary of terms to help you easily identify what the names mean.