Excerpt from Rudiments of Conchology: Intended as a Familiar Introduction to the Science, With Explanatory Plates, and References to the Collection of Shells in the British Museum
The Compiler of the following pages has derived the greater part of the information contained in them from The Conchology of Lamarck, from Burrows's Elements of Conchology, and other introductory treatises.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a foundational text for understanding the study of shells and the animals that create them. Initially published in the early nineteenth century, this volume has served as an introduction to conchology for generations. The author, an experienced naturalist, provides a thorough overview of the field, including detailed descriptions of the different types of shells and the animals that inhabit them. Focusing on the work of the renowned biologist Linnaeus, this guide outlines the different divisions of shells, their characteristics, and how to identify them. Readers will learn about multivalve, bivalve, and univalve shells, and the unique properties of each. With clear explanations and helpful illustrations, this book is an accessible and informative resource for anyone interested in shells and the fascinating creatures that make them their homes. 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. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331876267_0
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