Description
From the Introduction of this 240-page book: "Shells and the creatures that make them have intrigued and benefited humankind since very ancient times. Not only have snails, oysters, scallops and other mollusks been an abundant source of food, their shells have been employed worldwide as adornment, as tools, as money, and fora multitude of other purposes. In many societies, shells have been an inspiration, a motif, and a medium for handicrafts, art, and architecture. Shells have been elevated to religious significance in various cultures. Archeologists have frequently found shells and shell artifacts buried with the bodies of priests, nobles, and other important personages." Chapters include: Gastropods: The Spiraled Shells; Bivalves: The Clam Shells; and The Chambered Shells. Accompanying the descriptive text are dozens of beautiful color photographs.
ASIN: 1884942008
VSKU: BVV.1884942008.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Hill, Leonard C.|Carmichael, Pete
Binding: Paperback
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.
ASIN: 1884942008
VSKU: BVV.1884942008.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Hill, Leonard C.|Carmichael, Pete
Binding: Paperback
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.