Cool Shells: Creating Fun and Fascinating Collections! (Cool Collections)

Salzmann, Mary Elizabeth

 
9781596797727: Cool Shells: Creating Fun and Fascinating Collections! (Cool Collections)

Sinopsis

This book contains facts about collecting shells that will inspire the reader to start his or her own collection. Readers will gain a working knowledge of this hobby which includes background history of shells and mollusks dating back to the Bronze Age, research and resources, the best places to find, buy or trade shells, and how to organize, store and care for a shell collection. There is also a crafts section for the creative use of extra shells. Full-color photographs, materials & techniques, tips & sidebar information, a glossary and an index are all included in this title.

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Críticas

"The direct text is accompanied by lots of color photos . . . budding collectors will find much here to get them started."

Reseña del editor

Describes how to collect shells responsibly, where to find resources to research the kinds of seashells collected, and the proper way to clean, store, and trade shells.

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