Tasmanian Sea Shells: Common To Other Australian States
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Along the windswept coastlines and tidal shores of Tasmania, an extraordinary world lies hidden in plain sight — one of shells, molluscs, and the rich marine biodiversity that unites Australia's southern states. Tasmanian Sea Shells: Common to Other Australian States by Margaret H. Richmond is an authoritative natural history guide that catalogues and illustrates the diverse species of sea shells found along Tasmanian shores, drawing clear connections to shell species shared across other Australian coastal regions. Richmond presents each species with meticulous detail, making this an indispensable reference for naturalists, beachcombers, and collectors alike, combining scientific rigour with accessible prose that welcomes both the expert and the enthusiastic amateur. The work stands as a testament to the rich tradition of Australian natural history writing, situating Tasmania's remarkable marine heritage within a broader ecological and geographical context. Richmond's approach is both systematic and evocative, her descriptions bringing each shell's form, colour, and habitat vividly to life, transforming what could be a dry taxonomy into a compelling portrait of coastal Australia. For anyone drawn to the ocean's edge and the treasures it leaves behind, this guide remains an enduring and quietly captivating companion.
Author: Margaret H. Richmond
Format: Hardback
Published: 1997, Published by author
Genre: Natural history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Along the windswept coastlines and tidal shores of Tasmania, an extraordinary world lies hidden in plain sight — one of shells, molluscs, and the rich marine biodiversity that unites Australia's southern states. Tasmanian Sea Shells: Common to Other Australian States by Margaret H. Richmond is an authoritative natural history guide that catalogues and illustrates the diverse species of sea shells found along Tasmanian shores, drawing clear connections to shell species shared across other Australian coastal regions. Richmond presents each species with meticulous detail, making this an indispensable reference for naturalists, beachcombers, and collectors alike, combining scientific rigour with accessible prose that welcomes both the expert and the enthusiastic amateur. The work stands as a testament to the rich tradition of Australian natural history writing, situating Tasmania's remarkable marine heritage within a broader ecological and geographical context. Richmond's approach is both systematic and evocative, her descriptions bringing each shell's form, colour, and habitat vividly to life, transforming what could be a dry taxonomy into a compelling portrait of coastal Australia. For anyone drawn to the ocean's edge and the treasures it leaves behind, this guide remains an enduring and quietly captivating companion.