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The Shell Book: A Popular Guide to a Knowledge of the Families of Living Mollusks, and an Aid to the Identification of Shells Native and Foreign (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Julia Ellen Rogers

 
9781331967279: The Shell Book: A Popular Guide to a Knowledge of the Families of Living Mollusks, and an Aid to the Identification of Shells Native and Foreign (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book offers a broad survey of shells and the mollusks that inhabit them, encompassing a vast range of species from the spectacular to the minute. The author draws on a lifetime of firsthand experience, global travel, and access to rare collections to weave together a fascinating narrative of these creatures, providing historical context and scientific detail. With vivid descriptions of mollusks in their native environments, the book invites readers to discover the remarkable diversity, beauty, and ecological importance of these creatures. Through the author's engaging storytelling, we gain a profound appreciation for the enduring significance of shells and the creatures that create them.

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