Shells and Their Inmates (Classic Reprint)

Religious Tract Society

ISBN 10: 1330197526 / ISBN 13: 9781330197523

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book takes a close look at the vast and diverse sub-kingdom of Mollusca. The author describes the anatomy, physiology, and behavior of these fascinating creatures, from tiny snails to giant squid. The book is full of interesting facts and anecdotes, such as the story of the remarkable transformation that barnacles undergo as they grow from free-swimming larvae into sessile adults. The author also discusses the ecological significance of mollusks, explores their role in the food chain, and examines the threats they face from pollution and climate change. This book is a comprehensive and engaging introduction to the natural history of mollusks, and will appeal to anyone with an interest in these amazing creatures. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781330197523_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Shells and Their Inmates (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330197526
• ISBN 13: 9781330197523
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Fauna

About this title

Synopsis

Sail into the world of seashells and the creatures that wear them, and see how natural history meets a mindful view of creation.

This classic exploration unpacks the structure, use, and variety of mollusks, from one-piece shells to multi-part forms, and explains how these animals build, wear, and inhabit their homes. Along the way, it ties scientific observation to the idea of a purposeful design behind the wonders of the ocean.

• Learn how shells form, what univalve, bivalve, and multivalve shells are, and the roles of the mantle and foot.
• Discover how shells gain strength, why some are spiny or ribbed, and how scientists study their composition and growth.
• Explore the curious world of fossil remains, ink-bags, and ancient seas, with notes on how these insights illuminate both history and natural law.
• See vivid examples and diagrams that connect anatomy, function, and the beauty of marine life.

Ideal for readers of natural history who appreciate a thoughtful, faith-informed perspective, and for anyone curious about the mollusks that fill our seas and shelves.