
audiobook
by G. B. (George Brettingham) Sowerby
This illustrated index brings together every recognized British shell species in one affordable volume. Over 700 finely coloured plates accompany concise entries that give each name, synonyms, and notes on where the shells are typically found. Designed for beachcombers, collectors and amateur naturalists, it bridges the gap between simple name‑lists and the costly, illustrated monographs of the era. The clear layout makes identification quick and satisfying.
Beyond the images, the author adds brief remarks on habitat, depth range and relative abundance, using simple symbols to flag commonness or rarity. A separate section lists fossil shells that match living forms, linking past and present marine life. The nomenclature follows the widely accepted Forbes and Hanley system, with familiar synonyms in italics for easy cross‑reference. Together the text and plates form a practical field companion for anyone curious about Britain’s molluscan diversity.
Full title
Illustrated Index of British Shells Containing figures of all the recent species Containing figures of all the recent species
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (104K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Chris Curnow, Keith Edkins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2013-07-26
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1812–1884
A Victorian naturalist and shell expert, he helped turn conchology into a richly illustrated science. His books and plates opened the world of molluscs to both serious collectors and curious readers.
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