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Shells: A Natural and Cultural History

by Fabio Moretzsohn

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First published
2023
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176
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Fabio Moretzsohn's exquisitely illustrated book 'Shells A Natural and Cultural History' explores the intriguing scientific and cultural background of shells. It covers everything from the formation of the many hues and shapes of shells to pearls, the only gems derived from animals. The book also explores the usage of shells in architecture and how they have served as inspiration for artists throughout history. It also emphasizes how shells can function as markers of shifting environmental circumstances.

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Fabio Moretzsohn

Fabio Moretzsohn is a malacologist whose research and public writing connect the biological study of mollusks with the long human fascination with their shells. Shells: A Natural and Cultural History, published by Reaktion Books in 2023, surveys shell formation, diversity, habitats, collecting, symbolism, art, trade, food, and scientific classification.

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First published
2023
Reading time
About 3 hours
Pages
176
Language
English
Genre
History
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