A Natural History of Shells

by Geerat J. Vermeij

Book Overview

From "one of the master naturalists of our time" (American Scientist), a fascinating exploration of what seashells reveal about biology, evolution, and the history of life

Geerat Vermeij wrote this "celebration of shells" to share his enthusiasm for these supremely elegant creations and what they can teach us about nature. Most popular books on shells emphasize the identification of species, but Vermeij uses shells as a way...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0691001677
• ISBN13: 9780691001678
• Release Date: April 1995
• Publisher: Princeton University Press
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.0"