Publisher's Synopsis
The Manual of Conchology Volume 1: Cephalopoda is a comprehensive guide to the study of cephalopod mollusks, written by George Washington Tryon Jr. and originally published in 1881. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which provides an overview of the physical characteristics and classification of cephalopods, while the second part is a detailed description of individual species. The book includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to aid in the identification of different species, as well as detailed information on their habitat, behavior, and distribution. The author also provides a historical overview of the study of cephalopods, including the work of earlier naturalists and scientists in the field. Overall, the Manual of Conchology Volume 1: Cephalopoda is an essential resource for anyone interested in the study of mollusks, and remains an important reference work in the field more than a century after its original publication.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.
