Publisher's Synopsis
""A Manual of the Land and Freshwater Shells of the British Islands: With Figures of Each of the Kinds"" is a comprehensive guide to the shells found in the British Isles. Written by William Turton and originally published in 1840, this book provides detailed descriptions of each species of shell, including information on their physical characteristics, distribution, and habitat. The book is illustrated with detailed drawings of each species, making it easy to identify and differentiate between different types of shells. This manual is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the study of shells, and is a must-have for collectors, naturalists, and scientists alike.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.
