The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to over 500 species of seashells from around the world. Authoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systema

Who among us hasn’t marveled at the diversity and beauty of shells? Or picked one up, held it to our ear, and then gazed in wonder at its shape and hue? Many

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