Author |
: Arthur Peter Hoblyn Oliver |
Publisher |
: Philip's |
Total Pages |
: 320 |
Release |
: 2012 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1849072264 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781849072267 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (64 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Philip's Guide to Seashells of the World by : Arthur Peter Hoblyn Oliver
Download or read book Philip's Guide to Seashells of the World written by Arthur Peter Hoblyn Oliver and published by Philip's. This book was released on 2012 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Philip's Guide to Seashells of the World is a fascinating and informative identification guide to the seashells of the world, illustrated with highly detailed and attractive artworks. More than 1,000 species are illustrated, making this the most comprehensive guide available at a comparable price.This easy-to-use identification guide covers a wide range of shells, from the common to the rare and coveted. The introductory section gives general information on molluscs and their classification, and about collecting shells.In the identification section, over 1,200 species are described and more than 1,000 are illustrated. The description of each species accompanies its illustration, detailing the size, distribution, colour and characteristic features of the shell.