Shells

by admin on March 16, 2010

Product Description
Simply the most astonishing book on shells ever published. Jacques Senders is a malacologist whose work allows him the opportunity to collect rare shells from all over the world. Shells presents his beautiful collection to the public for the first time through the stunning photographs of Paul Starosta and the expert commentary of other malacology professionals. Together, they have created a gorgeous and loving study of exquisite creations from the world'... More >>

Shells

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Robert Busko March 16, 2010 at 2:55 pm: Wonderfully photographed and organized in a logical manner, Shells by Paul Starosta and Jacques Senders is a wonderful book to read. Many of the shells are lit in such a way that interior details are easy to see.

Each photograph is accompanied by some details of each type of shell. I appreciated the inclusion of whether the shell was rare, difficult to find, etc. Also whether the shell could be found on the beach or at depth.

Very informative.

This is another book from Firefly Books. I must say that if there is a better company at producing large format books I’m not aware of who they are.
Rating: 5 / 5
topaz irradiated March 16, 2010 at 3:25 pm: I was extremely pleased with my purchase of this book. I did a lot of research before I bought it trying to find a book with the biggest, clearest pictures, and the widest array of subjects. I got exactly what I was hoping for. There are shells in this book that look like the inventions of a mad artist – things I would not have believed could exist. The photographs are very large – many times the size of the shells. It’s a gorgeous book – I have spent, and will spend many hours poring over it.

I’ve noticed that many people fault nature photography books for not having field guide style information, with full identification of each subject’s species etc. If you want that, this is not the book for you. You will probably not even remember to look for such information, because the photographs are so consuming.
Rating: 5 / 5
Pacific March 16, 2010 at 6:12 pm: Great shell photography and interesting information on shells. A good addition to a nature library and a good coffee table book. Beautiful !!!
Rating: 5 / 5
Radiant Gal March 16, 2010 at 8:05 pm: Absolutely gorgeous! The most sumptuous book on seashells I have ever seen. A must for anyone who loves seashells, the ocean, nature and beauty. A keepsake, a little treasure.
Rating: 5 / 5
S. Pergoda March 16, 2010 at 10:52 pm: although beautiful,these are very common shells seen at common angles…I was hoping for rare unique shells and interesting cropping
Rating: 2 / 5