Publisher's Synopsis
Testacea Atlantica is a comprehensive book written by Thomas Vernon Wollaston in 1878 that documents the various species of land and freshwater shells found in the Azores, Madeiras, Salvages, Canaries, Cape Verdes, and Saint Helena. The book is divided into several sections, each dedicated to a specific location, and includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of each shell species. The author provides information on the habitat, distribution, and behavior of each species, as well as their scientific classification. The book also includes a glossary of scientific terms and a comprehensive index for easy reference. With its detailed and informative content, Testacea Atlantica is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the study of shell species found in the Atlantic region.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.
