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An anthology of shells : a collection of fascinating shells from around the world Cover Image Book

An anthology of shells : a collection of fascinating shells from around the world / written by Simon P. Aiken ; illustrated by Angela Rizza and Daniel Long.

Shells (portion title)
Aiken, Simon, 1964- (author.). Rizza, Angela, (illustrator.). Long, Daniel (Illustrator), (illustrator.).

Summary:

Find out how to identify, where to find, and what to know about the diverse shell species with this gorgeous field guide. Transportable in size and crammed with profiles of different shell species, this beginner's field guide showcases a wide range of shells from around the world that no collection would be complete without. Learn all about the shell shapes, colors, and textures, and get up close with the snails, turtles, crabs, and clams that live in them. Featuring photographs of an incredible array of shells and artworks by the artist behind DK's bestselling Anthology series, as well as plenty of intriguing information, this book will be a delight for young shell enthusiasts.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780593965412
  • ISBN: 0593965418
  • ISBN: 9780241725252
  • ISBN: 0241725259
  • Physical Description: 128 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
  • Edition: First American Edition.
  • Publisher: New York, NY : DK Publishing, a division of Penguin Random House LLC, 2025.

Content descriptions

General Note:
Includes index.
Subtitle from cover.
Formatted Contents Note:
What are shells? -- Where are shells found? -- Gastropods -- Bivalves -- Other Types of Mollusks.

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Shells > Juvenile literature.
Shells > Identification > Juvenile literature.
Genre:
Illustrated works.
Informational works.

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  • 4 of 16 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
  • 0 of 1 copy available at Cleveland County Library System.

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  • 3 current holds with 16 total copies.
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Cleveland County Main Library J 594.147 AIK (Text) 22281500164337 Juvenile Graphic Novel Checked out 08/24/2026

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