Ipsa Linnaei Conchylia, The Shells Of Linnaeus Determined From His Manuscripts And Collection: Also An Exact Reprint Of The Vermes Testacea Of The Sys

Ipsa Linnaei Conchylia is a breathtakingly comprehensive guide to the shell collection of Carl von Linné. Sylvanus Hanley's work is not only a definitive identification resource for shell collectors but also serves as a valuable historical document of 18th-century natural history. This edition features full-color illustrations, detailed taxonomic information, and contextual background on Linné and his life's work. A must-have for any serious shell collector or natural history enthusiast.