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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on a fascinating journey into the diverse and beautiful world of North American shells. It provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of various species, offering a comprehensive look at the mollusks that inhabit the continent's freshwater rivers, lakes, and coastal regions. The author meticulously explores the characteristics of each species, highlighting unique features and distinguishing them from closely related varieties. The book's approach to classification reflects the evolving understanding of mollusks in the early 19th century, a time when naturalists were actively seeking to create more natural and accurate systems of categorization. It showcases the author's dedication to scientific accuracy and his keen eye for detail, making the book a valuable resource for collectors, naturalists, and anyone interested in the intricacies of the natural world. This volume offers a glimpse into the early days of American conchology, a field that has since grown significantly, but whose foundation was laid by pioneering researchers like the author. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332298228_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332298228
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332298228
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