{"product_id":"9791254600825","title":"Shells","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSimply the most astonishing book on shells ever published.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJacques Senders is a malacologist whose work allows him the opportunity to collect rare shells from all over the world. \u003cb\u003eShells\u003c\/b\u003e presents his beautiful collection to the public for the first time through the stunning photographs of Paul Starosta and the expert commentary of other malacology professionals. Together, they have created a gorgeous and loving study of exquisite creations from the world's oceans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShells\u003c\/b\u003e surveys the history of shells and examines their connection with nature, art, architecture and other disciplines. It includes the latest research, and conveys the joys of collecting shells. Paul Starosta's remarkable photographs bring the reader close to the shells' transparent colors and intricate shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom Aristotle, to the explorers who created the first collections, to today's researchers and collectors, \u003cb\u003eShells\u003c\/b\u003e offers a beautiful and comprehensive look at a fascinating subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeachcombers pick up shells and contemplate them. Scientists find them curious and extraordinarily beautiful. Shells are treasures to all humankind, and this book is an elegant tribute to our affectionate relationship with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong the book's highlights:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow shells are formed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShells as the object of admiration, curiosity and scientific investigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow humans have utilized shells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe origins of shells' names\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe science of mollusks, their lives and characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe different families of mollusks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  ","brand":"Acc Publishing Group Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47065879576816,"sku":"9791254600825","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9791254600825_p0.jpg?v=1769917767","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9791254600825","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}