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Shells: The Photographic Recognition Guide to Seashells of the World - GOOD

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MPN
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ISBN
9780789489876
Book Title
Handbooks: Shells : the Clearest Recognition Guide Available
Book Series
Dk Smithsonian Handbook Ser.
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
Item Length
8.5 in
Publication Year
2002
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Illustrator
Yes
Item Height
0.7 in
Author
S. Peter Dance
Genre
Nature
Topic
Ecosystems & Habitats / Coastal Regions & Shorelines, Ecosystems & Habitats / Oceans & Seas, Seashells
Item Weight
16.4 Oz
Item Width
5.5 in
Number of Pages
256 Pages
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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0789489872
ISBN-13
9780789489876
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2390496

Product Key Features

Book Title
Handbooks: Shells : the Clearest Recognition Guide Available
Number of Pages
256 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Ecosystems & Habitats / Coastal Regions & Shorelines, Ecosystems & Habitats / Oceans & Seas, Seashells
Publication Year
2002
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Nature
Author
S. Peter Dance
Book Series
Dk Smithsonian Handbook Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback

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Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
16.4 Oz
Item Length
8.5 in
Item Width
5.5 in

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Trade
Synopsis
Authoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systematic approach make DK's Smithsonian Handbook of Shells the most comprehensive and concise pocket guide to seashells of the world. Packed with more than 600 full-color photographs of over 500 species of seashells, this handy reference book is designed to cut through the complex process of identification and make it accessible to the average reader. Expertly written and thoroughly vetted, each species entry combines a precise description with annotated photographs to highlight each shell's characteristics and distinguishing features. The entry always includes a distribution map, showing the geographical range of the species, as well as color-coded bands to provide at-a-glance key facts. Written by leading shell expert, author, and museum veteran S. Peter Dance, and packed with detailed information on the shape of each genus, differences between the major classes, and more, DK's Smithsonian Handbook of Shells is the clearest identification guide to seashells for beginners and established enthusiasts alike.
LC Classification Number
QL404

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