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The Secret Life of Clams

The Mysteries and Magic of Our Favorite Shellfish

by Anthony D. Fredericks ...

Get up close and personal with an amazing creature that has invaded our lexicon as well as our restaurants.It breathes with tubes, it has no head or brain, it feeds through a filter, and it is the source of dozens of familiar proverbs (“happy as a clam!”). Clams, it turns out, have been worshipped (by the Moche people of ancient Peru), used as money (by the Algonquin Indians), and consumed by ... Read more

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Get up close and personal with an amazing creature that has invaded our lexicon as well as our restaurants.It breathes with tubes, it has no head or brain, it feeds through a filter, and it is the source of dozens of familiar proverbs (“happy as a clam!”). Clams, it turns out, have been worshipped (by the Moche people of ancient Peru), used as money (by the Algonquin Indians), and consumed by
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Spirals in Time

The Secret Life and Curious Afterlife of Seashells

by Helen Scales ...

The beautifully written story of shells and their makers, and our relationships with them.Seashells are the sculpted homes of a remarkable group of animals: the molluscs. These are some of the most ancient and successful animals on the planet.But watch out. Some molluscs can kill you if you eat them. Some will kill you if you stand too close.That hasn't stopped people using shells in many ways ... Read more

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The beautifully written story of shells and their makers, and our relationships with them.Seashells are the sculpted homes of a remarkable group of animals: the molluscs. These are some of the most ancient and successful animals on the planet.But watch out. Some molluscs can kill you if you eat them. Some will kill you if you stand too close.That hasn't stopped people using shells in many ways
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Clam Down

A Metamorphosis

by Anelise Chen ...

**PULITZER PRIZE FINALIST • In this wondrously unusual memoir, a woman retreats into her shell in the aftermath of her divorce, and must choose between the pleasures and the perils of a closed-up life—a transformation fable from an acclaimed 5 Under 35 National Book Foundation honoree.“A marvel and a delight . . . This is a book that will stay with me forever.”—Leslie Jamison, author of Splinters* ... Read more

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**PULITZER PRIZE FINALIST • In this wondrously unusual memoir, a woman retreats into her shell in the aftermath of her divorce, and must choose between the pleasures and the perils of a closed-up life—a transformation fable from an acclaimed 5 Under 35 National Book Foundation honoree.“A marvel and a delight . . . This is a book that will stay with me forever.”—Leslie Jamison, author of Splinters*
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The Sound of the Sea

Seashells and the Fate of the Oceans

by Cynthia Barnett ...

**A Science Friday Best Science Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the YearA Library Journal Best Science and Technology Book of the YearA Tampa Bay Times Best Book of the YearA stunning history of seashells and the animals that make them that "will have you marveling at nature…Barnett’s account remarkably spirals out, appropriately, to become a much larger story about the ... Read more

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**A Science Friday Best Science Book of the YearA Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of the YearA Library Journal Best Science and Technology Book of the YearA Tampa Bay Times Best Book of the YearA stunning history of seashells and the animals that make them that "will have you marveling at nature…Barnett’s account remarkably spirals out, appropriately, to become a much larger story about the
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Shells

by S. Peter Dance ...

Series series DK Handbooks
The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to over 500 species of seashell from around the worldAuthoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systematic approach make this the most comprehensive and concise e-guide to seashells of the world. Includes more than 600 full-colour photographs of over 500 species of seashells, this handy reference ebook is designed to cut through the complex ... Read more

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The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to over 500 species of seashell from around the worldAuthoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systematic approach make this the most comprehensive and concise e-guide to seashells of the world. Includes more than 600 full-colour photographs of over 500 species of seashells, this handy reference ebook is designed to cut through the complex
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The Giant Triton

List the Giant Triton in Appendix 2 of CITES

by JOHN PATERSON ...

Miyake-Jima 1957It's 1957 and Japanese scientists travel to the island of Miyake-Jima to study a strange disease affecting a coral reef. The island’s people have noticed a strange increase in the number of the large, venomous crown-of-thorns starfish. Over the following years they kill large numbers of the starfish attempting to protect the living coral upon which the starfish is feeding. The ... Read more

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Miyake-Jima 1957It's 1957 and Japanese scientists travel to the island of Miyake-Jima to study a strange disease affecting a coral reef. The island’s people have noticed a strange increase in the number of the large, venomous crown-of-thorns starfish. Over the following years they kill large numbers of the starfish attempting to protect the living coral upon which the starfish is feeding. The
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Beautiful Shells of New Zealand

Enriched edition. An Illustrated Work for Amateur Collectors of New Zealand Marine Shells, with Directions for Collecting and Cleaning them

by Edward George Britton Moss, Wren Sharp ...

In "Beautiful Shells of New Zealand," Edward George Britton Moss embarks on an intricate exploration of the diverse and exquisite shell species found along the New Zealand coastline. Moss employs a meticulous literary style that blends scientific observation with poetic description, allowing readers to appreciate not only the biology but also the ethereal beauty of these natural wonders. Richly ... Read more

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In "Beautiful Shells of New Zealand," Edward George Britton Moss embarks on an intricate exploration of the diverse and exquisite shell species found along the New Zealand coastline. Moss employs a meticulous literary style that blends scientific observation with poetic description, allowing readers to appreciate not only the biology but also the ethereal beauty of these natural wonders. Richly
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The Little Book of Shells

Gems of Nature

by M. G. Harasewych, Fabio Moretzsohn ...

Series series The Little Book of
Dip into the intriguing world of shells with this beautifully illustrated guide to 75 weird and wonderful examples.When we pick up a shell on the beach, we notice its beautiful shape or attractive colours, but how often do we consider what it tells us about the creature that made it, and the evolutionary journey that led to its particular characteristics?This book introduces you to the <str... ... Read more

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Dip into the intriguing world of shells with this beautifully illustrated guide to 75 weird and wonderful examples.When we pick up a shell on the beach, we notice its beautiful shape or attractive colours, but how often do we consider what it tells us about the creature that made it, and the evolutionary journey that led to its particular characteristics?This book introduces you to the <str...
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Fauna der Nassauischen Mollusken

by Wilhelm Kobelt ...

In "Fauna der Nassauischen Mollusken" präsentiert Wilhelm Kobelt eine umfassende und detaillierte Untersuchung der Molluskenarten, die in der Region Nassau vorkommen. Der Autor legt besonderen Wert auf die systematische Beschreibung, die Morphologie und die ökologischen Anforderungen dieser Organismen. Der literarische Stil ist präzise und sachlich, mit einem Fokus auf wissenschaftliche ... Read more

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In "Fauna der Nassauischen Mollusken" präsentiert Wilhelm Kobelt eine umfassende und detaillierte Untersuchung der Molluskenarten, die in der Region Nassau vorkommen. Der Autor legt besonderen Wert auf die systematische Beschreibung, die Morphologie und die ökologischen Anforderungen dieser Organismen. Der literarische Stil ist präzise und sachlich, mit einem Fokus auf wissenschaftliche
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Fossilien und Mineralien sammeln

Der vollständige Leitfaden für Liebhaber und Sammler

by Coins and More ...

Ein vollstaendiger, praxisnaher Leitfaden zum Sammeln von Fossilien und Mineralien, geschrieben fuer Einsteiger und fuer Sammler, die ihr Wissen vertiefen wollen. Lernen Sie, Mineralien und Fossilien anhand von Farbe, Struktur und geologischem Kontext zu erkennen, Echtheit und Erhaltungszustand zu bewerten, Kataloge und Sammlerwerkzeuge zu nutzen und zu verstehen, wie der Marktwert entsteht. Ein ... Read more

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Ein vollstaendiger, praxisnaher Leitfaden zum Sammeln von Fossilien und Mineralien, geschrieben fuer Einsteiger und fuer Sammler, die ihr Wissen vertiefen wollen. Lernen Sie, Mineralien und Fossilien anhand von Farbe, Struktur und geologischem Kontext zu erkennen, Echtheit und Erhaltungszustand zu bewerten, Kataloge und Sammlerwerkzeuge zu nutzen und zu verstehen, wie der Marktwert entsteht. Ein
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Coquillages et escargots de Guyane

Seashells and snails from French Guiana

by David Massemin, Dominique Lamy, Jean-Pierre Pointier, Olivier Gargominy ...

Series series Collection Parthénope
Pour ce guide coquillages et escargots de Guyane, pour partie bilingue, la constitution d'un collège de quatre auteurs a permis de dresser un inventaire inédit de la malacofaune d'une vaste région jusqu'alors inexplorée.L'ouvrage s'ouvre sur une présentation générale des milieux naturels rencontrés, baignés par les eaux douces ou salées. Il revient également sur l'histoire des prospections ... Read more

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Pour ce guide coquillages et escargots de Guyane, pour partie bilingue, la constitution d'un collège de quatre auteurs a permis de dresser un inventaire inédit de la malacofaune d'une vaste région jusqu'alors inexplorée.L'ouvrage s'ouvre sur une présentation générale des milieux naturels rencontrés, baignés par les eaux douces ou salées. Il revient également sur l'histoire des prospections
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Conus of the Southeastern United States and Caribbean

by Alan J. Kohn ...

Conus is the largest genus of animals in the sea, occurring throughout the world's tropical and subtropical oceans and contributing significantly to marine biodiversity. The shells of these marine mollusks are prized for their amazing variety and extraordinary beauty. The neurotoxic venoms they produce—injected by a hollow, harpoon-like tooth into prey animals that are then paralyzed and swallowed ... Read more

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Conus is the largest genus of animals in the sea, occurring throughout the world's tropical and subtropical oceans and contributing significantly to marine biodiversity. The shells of these marine mollusks are prized for their amazing variety and extraordinary beauty. The neurotoxic venoms they produce—injected by a hollow, harpoon-like tooth into prey animals that are then paralyzed and swallowed
... Read more
Seashells of Southern Florida

Living Marine Mollusks of the Florida Keys and Adjacent Regions: Bivalves

by Paula M. Mikkelsen, Rüdiger Bieler ...

Located where the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, and Caribbean Sea converge, the Florida Keys are distinctive for their rich and varied marine fauna. The Keys are home to nearly sixty taxonomic families of bivalves such as clams and mussels--roughly half the world's bivalve family diversity. The first in a series of three volumes on the molluscan fauna of the Keys and adjacent regions, Seashells ... Read more

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Located where the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, and Caribbean Sea converge, the Florida Keys are distinctive for their rich and varied marine fauna. The Keys are home to nearly sixty taxonomic families of bivalves such as clams and mussels--roughly half the world's bivalve family diversity. The first in a series of three volumes on the molluscan fauna of the Keys and adjacent regions, Seashells
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The Beachcomber's Companion

An Illustrated Guide to Collecting and Identifying Beach Treasures

by Anna Marlis Burgard ...

A field guide to shells, sand dollars, sea glass, and more that "inspires a new appreciation for the wonders of the shore" ( Providence Journal).The Beachcomber's Companion is a charming illustrated guide to collecting and identifying shells and other coastal treasures. Each of the entries includes fascinating descriptions, fun tidbits, and detailed artwork that makes it easy to identify your own ... Read more

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A field guide to shells, sand dollars, sea glass, and more that "inspires a new appreciation for the wonders of the shore" ( Providence Journal).The Beachcomber's Companion is a charming illustrated guide to collecting and identifying shells and other coastal treasures. Each of the entries includes fascinating descriptions, fun tidbits, and detailed artwork that makes it easy to identify your own
... Read more
Seashells of New England

A Beachcomber's Guide

by David Scheirer, Sandy Allison ...

Identify just about any seashell found on New England beaches, from southern Connecticut to northern Maine. Beautiful illustrations and straightforward descriptive text help readers identify 70 different seashells, and learn a little bit about them--most likely anything a reader wants to identify will be included, without a lot of "extra" species. Expert information offered in an appealing format ... Read more

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Identify just about any seashell found on New England beaches, from southern Connecticut to northern Maine. Beautiful illustrations and straightforward descriptive text help readers identify 70 different seashells, and learn a little bit about them--most likely anything a reader wants to identify will be included, without a lot of "extra" species. Expert information offered in an appealing format
... Read more
The Art Of Shell Cameo Cutting

by J. B. Marsh ...

An illustrated guide to the profitable art of shell cameo cutting. Contents include: Drawing designs - Tools - Shell cutting - Carving - Various processes - Marketing etc. Originally published in 1890. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, high-quality, modern edition complete with a specially ... Read more

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An illustrated guide to the profitable art of shell cameo cutting. Contents include: Drawing designs - Tools - Shell cutting - Carving - Various processes - Marketing etc. Originally published in 1890. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, high-quality, modern edition complete with a specially
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Sea Survival

by Penguin Books Ltd ...

Series Book 4 - Air Ministry Survival Guide
THE ULTIMATE SURVIVAL GUIDE for anyone who thinks they'd survive the world's most hostile environments - or at least imagine they could do.-----------------------------First issued to airmen in the 1950s, the Air Ministry's Sea Survival guide includes original and authentic emergency advice to crew operating over the ocean.With original illustrations and text, these survival guides provide an ... Read more

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THE ULTIMATE SURVIVAL GUIDE for anyone who thinks they'd survive the world's most hostile environments - or at least imagine they could do.-----------------------------First issued to airmen in the 1950s, the Air Ministry's Sea Survival guide includes original and authentic emergency advice to crew operating over the ocean.With original illustrations and text, these survival guides provide an
... Read more
Marine Life of the Maldives, 2nd Edition

Divers and Snorkellers Guide

by Neville Coleman ...

Beneath the warm, clear waters of the Maldives lies a wonderful world of extraordinary sea creatures. This truly magnificent spectacle is captured in 344 pages of vivid photographs with authoritative text by one of Australia’s leading Marine Naturalists.Although this book is based on scientific classification, its primary function is to encourage greater awareness among divers on a level that ... Read more

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Beneath the warm, clear waters of the Maldives lies a wonderful world of extraordinary sea creatures. This truly magnificent spectacle is captured in 344 pages of vivid photographs with authoritative text by one of Australia’s leading Marine Naturalists.Although this book is based on scientific classification, its primary function is to encourage greater awareness among divers on a level that
... Read more
Hints on Bobcat Trapping

by Stanley Paul Young ...

Hints on Bobcat Trapping by Stanley Paul Young is a focused and experience-driven guide that delves into the practical knowledge and field-tested techniques of tracking and trapping one of the most elusive wild predators. Drawing from deep observation and firsthand expertise, Young presents valuable insights into bobcat behavior, habitat patterns, and strategic approaches that demand patience, ... Read more

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Hints on Bobcat Trapping by Stanley Paul Young is a focused and experience-driven guide that delves into the practical knowledge and field-tested techniques of tracking and trapping one of the most elusive wild predators. Drawing from deep observation and firsthand expertise, Young presents valuable insights into bobcat behavior, habitat patterns, and strategic approaches that demand patience,
... Read more
Contributo alla conoscenza della Malacofauna Marina della Riviera del Conero e dintorni

by Andrea Capici ...

Contributo alla conoscenza dei molluschi marini ed in particolare delle loro conchiglie, trovate nel litorale marchigiano e mare prospiciente, compreso tra Senigallia (Ancona) e Numana (Ancona). Il libro, frutto di ricerche effettuate in oltre mezzo secolo, include una parte descrittiva iniziale contenente brevi cenni sul phylum dei molluschi, l'areale di studio, i metodi di ricerca ed i risultati ... Read more

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Contributo alla conoscenza dei molluschi marini ed in particolare delle loro conchiglie, trovate nel litorale marchigiano e mare prospiciente, compreso tra Senigallia (Ancona) e Numana (Ancona). Il libro, frutto di ricerche effettuate in oltre mezzo secolo, include una parte descrittiva iniziale contenente brevi cenni sul phylum dei molluschi, l'areale di studio, i metodi di ricerca ed i risultati
... Read more
Alexander Hamilton Church

A Man of Ideas for All Seasons

by Richard Vangermeersch ...

Series series Routledge Library Editions: Accounting History
This book, first published in 1988, reassesses the data on Church – accountant, manager and industrial engineer – and stresses the theoretical impact of his ideas upon contemporary business structures as well as his practical desire to implement concepts to better the working man’s day. The past impact of engineers and engineering concepts on accounting and management has previously been ... Read more

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This book, first published in 1988, reassesses the data on Church – accountant, manager and industrial engineer – and stresses the theoretical impact of his ideas upon contemporary business structures as well as his practical desire to implement concepts to better the working man’s day. The past impact of engineers and engineering concepts on accounting and management has previously been
... Read more
The Wonder of Seashells

Discover the Meaning & Magic of the Ocean’s Treasures

by Melissa Hobson ...

Series series Ocean Wonders
Take a deep dive into the meaning and magic of the ocean’s diverse and colorful treasures with The Wonder of Seashells.This book is a treasury of stories, science, and history about seashells. Sure to delight and surprise, this visual odyssey of the beauty of seashells reveals how shells enhance and inform the world around us. Exploring coasts and shells from across the globe, each unique shell ... Read more

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Take a deep dive into the meaning and magic of the ocean’s diverse and colorful treasures with The Wonder of Seashells.This book is a treasury of stories, science, and history about seashells. Sure to delight and surprise, this visual odyssey of the beauty of seashells reveals how shells enhance and inform the world around us. Exploring coasts and shells from across the globe, each unique shell
... Read more
The Safe House

A Novel

by Christophe Boltanski ...

Translated by Laura Marris ...

In Paris’s exclusive Saint-Germain neighborhood is a mansion. In that mansion lives a family. Deep in that mansion. The Bolts are that family, and they have secrets. The Safe House tells their story.When the Nazis came, Étienne Boltanski divorced his wife and walked out the front door, never to be seen again during the war. So far as the outside world knew, the Jewish doctor had fled. The truth ... Read more

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In Paris’s exclusive Saint-Germain neighborhood is a mansion. In that mansion lives a family. Deep in that mansion. The Bolts are that family, and they have secrets. The Safe House tells their story.When the Nazis came, Étienne Boltanski divorced his wife and walked out the front door, never to be seen again during the war. So far as the outside world knew, the Jewish doctor had fled. The truth
... Read more
Sea Glass Locations Throughout the World: The How to Find Sea Glass Book

by Yvonne Aileen, Celeste Mapleton ...

How Can You Find the Best Sea Glass Anywhere You Travel?Sea glass beaches are often a closely guarded secret. How often have you been this close to a great sea glass beach and not even known it? Don't let those treasures slip through your hands into someone else's (or worse, back to the sea forever).Wouldn't it be great to have a guide you could check every time you traveled? Or, even plan your ... Read more

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How Can You Find the Best Sea Glass Anywhere You Travel?Sea glass beaches are often a closely guarded secret. How often have you been this close to a great sea glass beach and not even known it? Don't let those treasures slip through your hands into someone else's (or worse, back to the sea forever).Wouldn't it be great to have a guide you could check every time you traveled? Or, even plan your
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