British Conchology V4, Marine Shells - John Gwyn Jeffreys - Bog

British Conchology V4, Marine Shells: Or An Account Of The Mollusca Which Now Inhabit The British Isles And The Surrounding Seas is a book written by John Gwyn Jeffreys in 1867. The book is a comprehensive account of the mollusks that inhabit the British Isles and the surrounding seas. It is the fourth volume in the British Conchology series and focuses specifically on marine shells. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the classification and anatomy of mollusks, as well as information on their habitats and behavior. The second part is a detailed description of the various species of mollusks that are found in the British Isles and surrounding seas. Each species is described in detail, with information on its physical characteristics, habitat, and geographic distribution. The book is illustrated with detailed drawings of the mollusks, as well as maps showing their distribution. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in marine biology, conchology, or the natural history of the British Isles.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.