Excerpt from An Introduction to the Study of Conchology: Including Observations on the Linnaean Genera, and on the Arrangement of M. Lamarck; A Glossary, and a Table of English Names; Illustrated With Coloured Plates
Many persons who spend a part of their time at the sea coast every year, and collect a few shells, attracted frequently in the first instance by the beauty of the objects, or mere curiosity, afterwards become desirous of some information re specting them, which is not readily procured. For such per sons an introductory book is much wanted. In the year 1776 Da Costa published his Elements of Conchology, which is not so much an introduction to the science in general, as an attempt to introduce a new system of his own in some respects different from that of Linnaeus, though founded principally on the same cha racters (see Transactions of the Linnaean Society, vol. 7. P.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book from the 18th century offers a fundamental introduction to Conchology, the study of the natural history of seashells. Written as a primer for those wishing to learn more about the subject, it was the first of its kind. The author, an expert naturalist, provides assistance to those who desire knowledge of shells but may not possess extensive prior knowledge of natural history. The book stands as a foundational work that sparked significant advancements in the field of Conchology. By refining and formalizing the classification of shells, the author laid the groundwork for future scientists to build upon, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of marine biology and the diverse species that inhabit our oceans. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781333407834_0
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