A History Of British Mollusca And Their Shells

By Sylvanus Charles Thorp Hanley and Edward Forbes

Book Overview

A History of British Mollusca and Their Shells is a comprehensive guide to the mollusks found in Great Britain written by Edward Forbes. The book covers the history, classification, and anatomy of various mollusk species, including snails, clams, and oysters. It also provides detailed information on the shells of these species, including their shapes, colors, and patterns. The book is richly illustrated with detailed drawings and photographs, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of mollusks or the natural history of Great Britain. The author, Edward Forbes, was a renowned naturalist and geologist who made significant contributions to the fields of marine biology and paleontology. His work on the classification and distribution of marine life in the British Isles remains influential to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163307718
• ISBN13: 9781163307717
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 566 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"