Illustrated Index of British Shells

George Brettingham Sowerby

The British coast scatters a surprising wealth of shells across its beaches. George Sowerby's illustrated index pictures and names the shells of the region, a compact reference for sorting one delicate form from another. A handy companion for the beachcomber and the budding conchologist. For anyone who fills their pockets with shells and wonders what they have found. Match your finds to the plates.