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A Brief History of the Coast in 100 Objects

by Sally Coulthard ...

An immersive history of our coasts and the people who have shaped themThe coast means something different to everyone.It’s a place of pleasure and reckless pursuits, of fishing, fearless endeavours and a crashing, rugged beauty. The coast is, and always has been, our first line of defence and our springboard to other cultures.Through the lens of 100 carefully selected objects, this treasure chest ... Read more

£9.99

An immersive history of our coasts and the people who have shaped themThe coast means something different to everyone.It’s a place of pleasure and reckless pursuits, of fishing, fearless endeavours and a crashing, rugged beauty. The coast is, and always has been, our first line of defence and our springboard to other cultures.Through the lens of 100 carefully selected objects, this treasure chest
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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

£6.99

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

£8.59

**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 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

£12.72

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
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
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Reef Smart Guides Florida Keys

Scuba Dive Snorkel Surf

by Peter McDougall,, Ian Popple, Otto Wagner ...

Find the Best Beach in the Keys to Dive#1 New Release in Florida Keys Travel Books and Scuba Travel GuidesThe newest addition to the Reef Smart series, Reef Smart Guides Florida Keys is the #1 guide to finding the best beach in the Keys to dive—from North Key Largo to the Dry Tortugas.An essential guide to exploring the Florida Keys. Whether you’re looking to spice up your curren... ... Read more

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Find the Best Beach in the Keys to Dive#1 New Release in Florida Keys Travel Books and Scuba Travel GuidesThe newest addition to the Reef Smart series, Reef Smart Guides Florida Keys is the #1 guide to finding the best beach in the Keys to dive—from North Key Largo to the Dry Tortugas.An essential guide to exploring the Florida Keys. Whether you’re looking to spice up your curren...
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Die Eloquenz der Sardine

Unglaubliche Geschichten aus der Welt der Flüsse und Meere

by Bill François ...

Translated by Frank Sievers ...

«Die einzigen Tiere, denen ich auf gar keinen Fall begegnen wollte, waren Fische.» Eine Sardine, strahlend und zerbrechlich, befreite Bill François einst als Kind von seiner Angst vor den Fischen und dem offenen Meer. «Sie bat mich, sie zu begleiten, und hob an, mir ihre Geschichte zu erzählen.» Seither ist er nie wieder vollständig auf festen Boden zurückgekehrt. Seither lauscht er den ... Read more

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«Die einzigen Tiere, denen ich auf gar keinen Fall begegnen wollte, waren Fische.» Eine Sardine, strahlend und zerbrechlich, befreite Bill François einst als Kind von seiner Angst vor den Fischen und dem offenen Meer. «Sie bat mich, sie zu begleiten, und hob an, mir ihre Geschichte zu erzählen.» Seither ist er nie wieder vollständig auf festen Boden zurückgekehrt. Seither lauscht er den
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A Natural History of Shells

by Geerat Vermeij ...

Series series Princeton Science Library
From “one of the master naturalists of our time” (American Scientist), a fascinating exploration of what seashells reveal about biology, evolution, and the history of lifeGeerat Vermeij wrote this “celebration of shells” to share his enthusiasm for these supremely elegant creations and what they can teach us about nature. Most popular books on shells emphasize the identification of species, but ... Read more

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From “one of the master naturalists of our time” (American Scientist), a fascinating exploration of what seashells reveal about biology, evolution, and the history of lifeGeerat Vermeij wrote this “celebration of shells” to share his enthusiasm for these supremely elegant creations and what they can teach us about nature. Most popular books on shells emphasize the identification of species, but
... Read more
Marine Life of the Maldives, 3rd Edition

Divers and Snorkellers Guide

by Neville Coleman ...

A comprehensive marine life identification guide on the Maldives with over 1000 photographs. An easy to use visual reference for reef walkers, snorkelers, and scuba divers. This book covers a wide range of the most commonly seen invertebrates and illustrates the extraordinary diversity and color of the Maldives natural environment.Beneath the warm, clear waters of the Maldives lies a wonderful ... Read more

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A comprehensive marine life identification guide on the Maldives with over 1000 photographs. An easy to use visual reference for reef walkers, snorkelers, and scuba divers. This book covers a wide range of the most commonly seen invertebrates and illustrates the extraordinary diversity and color of the Maldives natural environment.Beneath the warm, clear waters of the Maldives lies a wonderful
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I molluschi e i zoofiti

by Louis Guillaume Figuier ...

Series series Liber Liber
Le meraviglie che allo attonito sguardo dell’osservatore presentano gli animali inferiori, erano ignote agli antichi. I naturalisti una volta badavano solo agli animali grossi, stimando i piccoli indegni della loro attenzione, considerandoli come quasi od al tutto sprovveduti di sensitività e poco atti a suscitare e soddisfare la curiosità dello studioso della natura.Le cose sono ben mutate ora: i ... Read more

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Le meraviglie che allo attonito sguardo dell’osservatore presentano gli animali inferiori, erano ignote agli antichi. I naturalisti una volta badavano solo agli animali grossi, stimando i piccoli indegni della loro attenzione, considerandoli come quasi od al tutto sprovveduti di sensitività e poco atti a suscitare e soddisfare la curiosità dello studioso della natura.Le cose sono ben mutate ora: i
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Fauna der Nassauischen Mollusken

Eine faszinierende Expedition in die Welt der Nassauischen Fauna

by Wilhelm Kobelt ...

In "Fauna der Nassauischen Mollusken" bietet Wilhelm Kobelt eine umfassende und detaillierte Untersuchung der Molluskenarten, die in der Region Nassau vorkommen. Der literarische Stil des Werkes ist geprägt von präziser Beschreibung und analytischer Schärfe, was es sowohl für Naturwissenschaftler als auch für interessierte Laien zugänglich macht. Kobelt verknüpft seine Beobachtungen geschickt mit ... Read more

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In "Fauna der Nassauischen Mollusken" bietet Wilhelm Kobelt eine umfassende und detaillierte Untersuchung der Molluskenarten, die in der Region Nassau vorkommen. Der literarische Stil des Werkes ist geprägt von präziser Beschreibung und analytischer Schärfe, was es sowohl für Naturwissenschaftler als auch für interessierte Laien zugänglich macht. Kobelt verknüpft seine Beobachtungen geschickt mit
... Read more
The Little Guide to Shorelines

by Alison Davies ...

Series series Little Guides
Dive into the fascinating world of coastal wildlife with this holiday pocket guide. Featuring 40 beautifully illustrated pebbles, shells, crabs, small sea creatures and more, discover more about life between the tides with The Little Guide to Shorelines.Each entry has been delicately illustrated by printmaker Tom Frost to capture its individual characteristics, and is accompanied by associated ... Read more

£5.99

Dive into the fascinating world of coastal wildlife with this holiday pocket guide. Featuring 40 beautifully illustrated pebbles, shells, crabs, small sea creatures and more, discover more about life between the tides with The Little Guide to Shorelines.Each entry has been delicately illustrated by printmaker Tom Frost to capture its individual characteristics, and is accompanied by associated
... Read more
Collezionare Fossili e Minerali

Guida completa per appassionati e collezionisti

by Coins and More ...

Una guida completa e pratica al collezionismo di fossili e minerali, pensata per chi inizia e per chi vuole affinare le proprie competenze. Imparerai a riconoscere minerali e fossili osservando colore, struttura e contesto geologico, valutare autenticita' e stato di conservazione, usare cataloghi e strumenti del collezionista e capire come si forma il valore di mercato. Un percorso chiaro che ... Read more

£10.27 or Free with Kobo Plus

Una guida completa e pratica al collezionismo di fossili e minerali, pensata per chi inizia e per chi vuole affinare le proprie competenze. Imparerai a riconoscere minerali e fossili osservando colore, struttura e contesto geologico, valutare autenticita' e stato di conservazione, usare cataloghi e strumenti del collezionista e capire come si forma il valore di mercato. Un percorso chiaro che
... Read more
A Photographic Guide to Seashore Life in the North Atlantic

Canada to Cape Cod

by J. Duane Sept ...

The tides of the North Atlantic are the world's highest, and they reveal a world of amazing seashore life--from jellies and sea anemones, to clams and crabs, to seaweeds and lichens. With some 300 crisp, vibrant color photographs and brief, precise descriptions, this field guide makes it easier than ever to identify Atlantic seashore life from Canada to Cape Cod. Duane Sept covers more than 225 ... Read more

£12.29

The tides of the North Atlantic are the world's highest, and they reveal a world of amazing seashore life--from jellies and sea anemones, to clams and crabs, to seaweeds and lichens. With some 300 crisp, vibrant color photographs and brief, precise descriptions, this field guide makes it easier than ever to identify Atlantic seashore life from Canada to Cape Cod. Duane Sept covers more than 225
... Read more
La pêche à pied

Histoire et techniques

by Gérard Deschamps ...

La pêche à pied fait, depuis toujours, partie de la culture maritime mais l’histoire de ses pratiques et l’évolution de ses diverses techniques ont été peu vulgarisées. Ce livre vient combler cette lacune. L’auteur nous livre ici comment les hommes ont, à travers les siècles, exercé cette activité de subsistance autrefois, de loisir aujourd’hui. Ce voyage à travers le temps montre le génie créatif ... Read more

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La pêche à pied fait, depuis toujours, partie de la culture maritime mais l’histoire de ses pratiques et l’évolution de ses diverses techniques ont été peu vulgarisées. Ce livre vient combler cette lacune. L’auteur nous livre ici comment les hommes ont, à travers les siècles, exercé cette activité de subsistance autrefois, de loisir aujourd’hui. Ce voyage à travers le temps montre le génie créatif
... Read more
Secrets of Earth and Sea

by Ray Lankester ...

THE present volume is, like its predecessors, "Science from an Easy Chair" (Series I and Series II) and "Diversions of a Naturalist"—mainly a revision and reprint—with considerable additions—of articles published in daily or weekly journals. The first chapter appeared originally in "The Field." The Chapters VI, XX, XXI, and XXII were published in the "Illustrated London News," under the title ... Read more

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THE present volume is, like its predecessors, "Science from an Easy Chair" (Series I and Series II) and "Diversions of a Naturalist"—mainly a revision and reprint—with considerable additions—of articles published in daily or weekly journals. The first chapter appeared originally in "The Field." The Chapters VI, XX, XXI, and XXII were published in the "Illustrated London News," under the title
... Read more
Elija su pez. Guía para el comprador de peces de agua marina

by Tristan Lougher ...

Comprar un pez para un acuario marino tropical puede ser un quebradero de cabeza. Este libro proporciona información básica sobre una gran variedad de peces. Incluye indicaciones sobre el tamaño, la alimentación, el lugar de procedencia, las diferencias morfológicas entre macho y hembra, el tipo de acuario que necesita cada especie, la convivencia con otros peces, la compatibilidad con especies de ... Read more

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Comprar un pez para un acuario marino tropical puede ser un quebradero de cabeza. Este libro proporciona información básica sobre una gran variedad de peces. Incluye indicaciones sobre el tamaño, la alimentación, el lugar de procedencia, las diferencias morfológicas entre macho y hembra, el tipo de acuario que necesita cada especie, la convivencia con otros peces, la compatibilidad con especies de
... Read more
Seashells

A Compendium of Five Thousand of the World's Species

by Paul Callomon, Gary Rosenberg ...

A sumptuously illustrated guide to marine mollusks from around the worldThe mollusks are the largest group of animals on the planet after the insects. Throughout history, their shells have inspired scientists, artists, and collectors with their amazing shapes, colors, and patterns. Seashells is a marvelous single-volume reference to some five thousand species, presenting shells found from sandy ... Read more

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A sumptuously illustrated guide to marine mollusks from around the worldThe mollusks are the largest group of animals on the planet after the insects. Throughout history, their shells have inspired scientists, artists, and collectors with their amazing shapes, colors, and patterns. Seashells is a marvelous single-volume reference to some five thousand species, presenting shells found from sandy
... Read more
Pearls and Pearling Life

by Edwin W. Streeter ...

Pearls are glistening, solid object created within the tissue of a living mollusc or other shelled animals. Pearls of the highest quality are categorised as gemstones and considered to be objects of beauty in many cultures. This vintage book explores the world of pearls and pearl farming, giving an outline of its history from ancient times to the developments of modern pearling life. Contents ... Read more

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Pearls are glistening, solid object created within the tissue of a living mollusc or other shelled animals. Pearls of the highest quality are categorised as gemstones and considered to be objects of beauty in many cultures. This vintage book explores the world of pearls and pearl farming, giving an outline of its history from ancient times to the developments of modern pearling life. Contents
... Read more
WHAT CAN I FIND AT THE BEACH?

by Grazia Walker ...

The book is for the beach walker who wonders about where sand comes from, how shells are formed, and what happened to them along the way. He would be able to find the life story of some broken shell: how did they died? Did they spend time buried in the mud? ... Read more

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The book is for the beach walker who wonders about where sand comes from, how shells are formed, and what happened to them along the way. He would be able to find the life story of some broken shell: how did they died? Did they spend time buried in the mud?
... Read more
Coleccionar fósiles y minerales

La guía completa para aficionados y coleccionistas

by Coins and More ...

Una guia completa y practica para coleccionar fosiles y minerales, pensada para quienes empiezan y para coleccionistas que quieren mejorar. Aprenderas a reconocer minerales y fosiles por color, estructura y contexto geologico, evaluar autenticidad y estado de conservacion, usar catalogos y herramientas del coleccionista y entender como se forma el valor de mercado. Un recorrido claro que abarca ... Read more

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Una guia completa y practica para coleccionar fosiles y minerales, pensada para quienes empiezan y para coleccionistas que quieren mejorar. Aprenderas a reconocer minerales y fosiles por color, estructura y contexto geologico, evaluar autenticidad y estado de conservacion, usar catalogos y herramientas del coleccionista y entender como se forma el valor de mercado. Un recorrido claro que abarca
... Read more
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
... Read more
By the Sea

Your coastline companion, from beautiful beaches and marine miscellany, to stunning seashells, seaweed, and sealife

by Susan Kelly ...

Series series Hidden Nature series
A beach-goer’s pocket companion for lazy days on the shore, or for the armchair beachcomber recalling the feel of sand between their toes. Noticing and collecting shells is an irresistible and accessible activity for pretty much everyone who goes to the beach, young or old, specialist, or first-timer.Learn more about exploring the seashore and the treasures to be found, from seashells and pebbles ... Read more

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A beach-goer’s pocket companion for lazy days on the shore, or for the armchair beachcomber recalling the feel of sand between their toes. Noticing and collecting shells is an irresistible and accessible activity for pretty much everyone who goes to the beach, young or old, specialist, or first-timer.Learn more about exploring the seashore and the treasures to be found, from seashells and pebbles
... Read more

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