What a Shell Can Tell

What can a shell’s shape and colour tell you?

What do its patterns and textures say? 

Did you know that you can tell how old a shell is?

Take a closer look – there is so much a shell can tell.

Reviews

'Written by a marine biologist and illustrated by an artist in coastal Spain, this wondrous compendium will enthrall beachcombers and landlubbers alike.' – The New York Times

'For the beach-bound family… they may even end up knowing what they're finding when they're combing the sand.' – The Wall Street Journal

'Young shell-hunters of 6+ will adore this jewel-bright, fascinating work of nonfiction by a marine biologist and a seaside-dwelling artist.' – Guardian