Publisher's Synopsis
Otia Conchologica is a comprehensive book on shells and mollusks, written by Augustus Addison Gould and published in 1862. The book is a compilation of Gould's previous works on the subject, including descriptions of new species of shells and mollusks that he had discovered between 1839 and 1862. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different group of mollusks, such as snails, slugs, and bivalves. Each section contains detailed descriptions and illustrations of the various species, including information on their physical characteristics, habitats, and distribution. The book also includes a glossary of scientific terms and a bibliography of Gould's other publications on conchology. Overall, Otia Conchologica is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of shells and mollusks, and remains an important work in the field of conchology today.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.
