George Brettingham Sowerby Books
George Brettingham Sowerby I was a British naturalist and artist renowned for his work in conchology. He was celebrated for his detailed illustrations and comprehensive studies of mollusks. His seminal work, the Thesaurus Conchyliorum, laid foundational groundwork for subsequent naturalists. Sowerby's scientific contribution lies in his precise depiction and classification of marine life, leaving a lasting legacy in the field of natural sciences.
Thesaurus Conchyliorum, Or Monographs of Genera of Shells
- 664 pages
- 24 hours of reading
An extensive reference on the classification and genera of shells, with detailed monographs and illustrations.
The Genera of Recent and Fossil Shells, for the Use of Students in Conchology and Geology; v.1 (1820)
- 578 pages
- 21 hours of reading
A Conchological Manual
- 200 pages
- 7 hours of reading
This comprehensive manual provides a wealth of information on conchology, the study of mollusk shells. With detailed descriptions and illustrations of hundreds of species of shells, along with advice on collecting and identifying them, this book is an invaluable reference for anyone interested in conchology.
Popular History Of The Aquarium
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading