Broward Shell Club Library Index

_{As of August 2025}

THE ABALONE BOOK
By Peter Howorth
Naturegraph Publishers, Inc. 1978
Identification key, info on cleaning and preparation. 80 pages.
Purchased March 1981 $4.50
Paperback

AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY GUIDE TO SHELLS, THE
Land, Freshwater and Marine, from Nova Scotia to Florida
By William K. Emerson & Morris K. Jacobson
Alfred A. Knopf, Inc 1976
Information for both the novice and experienced collector on 800 most commonly encountered shells along the North American eastern coast. Size, distribution, description details and how to identify are provided along with both scientific and common names, including how the names of many of the shells are derived. Easy reading. 16 color plates, 31 black and white plates. Glossary provided. Signed by authors. 482 pages.
Donated by Marvin Glickstein September 2023 (used)
ISBN 0394496351

AMERICAN SEASHELLS
Second Edition
By R. Tucker Abbott
Published by Van Nostrand Reinhold Co., NY 1974
Updated and almost doubled in size from the 1954 edition, this lists 6,500 species of marine mollusks living in waters adjacent to North America. Over 3,000 kinds illustrated and described in detail. Over 14,000 items are indexed. More than 4,000 black & white illustrations with 24 color plates. 663 pages.
Copy No. 1 $49.50 Autographed by author to BSC.
Copy No. 2 $49.50 Missing
Copy No. 3 $49.50 Missing
Copy No. 4 donated by Shirley Hamer, autographed by the author.
ISBN – 0-442-20228-8

AMERICAN SHELL CRAFT
patterns/history/inspiration Vintage seashell jewelry 1930-1970
By: Heather Holmes O’Keefe
Dakota Holmes 2017
Explains how shell craft became popular during the last century. Offers ideas & patterns to follow in shell crafting. ull color photos of vintage American shell brooches, earrings, pins. Provides a list of shells used in jewelry making & how they are used. 145 pages.
Purchased Jan 2017, autographed by author. $25.00
Softcover
ISBN 978-1-36-652664-9

ANTIGUAN SHALLOW-WATER SEASHELLS
By: Deng Yan Zhang
MDM Publishing 2011
Covers marine shells of the Leeward Islands of the Caribbean Sea, containing information on 963 species found by the author over 18 years. Shell descriptions, sizes and common names are provided, along with some nudibranchs and chitons.
210 pages with 94 full color plates.
Donated by Carole Marshall 8-12-2015 (new)
ISBN – 978-0-615-34335-8

ART FROM SHELLS
Jewelry – Sculptures – Collages – Figurines
By Stuart and Leni Goodman
Crown Publishers 1972
Step by step instructions. Also includes information on how and where to find shells. 21 color plates, 372 photos. 210 pages.
Copy No. 1 hardcover
Copy No. 2 paperback (used, added to library Oct 2012)
ISBN 0-517-500248

ATLAS OF THE CONTINENTAL MOLLUSKS FROM THE NICARAGUAN PACIFIC SLOPE
By Antonio Mijail Perez & Adolfo Lopez, S.J.
Universidad Centroamericana 2002
Illustrations, maps, no shell photos. Scientific. In Spanish & English. 312 pages
Donated and autographed by author Antonio Mijail Perez Aug 14, 2013
Softcover

AUDUBON SOCIETY FIELD GUIDE TO NORTH AMERICAN SEASHORE CREATURES
By Norman A. Meinkoth
Alfred A. Knopf, Inc 1981
Covers seashore creatures found on the Atlantic, Pacific, & Gulf coasts of N. America and West Indies. 666 species covered in detail. 690 identification pictures in color.
Copy No. 1 798 pages Removed from library Aug 2025 & placed for sale @ 2026 shell show
Copy No. 2 813 pages Donated by Carolyn Harvey in May 2006.
ISBN 0-394-51993-0

AUSTRALIAN MARINE SHELLS
Prosobranch Gastropods
By Barry Wilson
Two volume set
Published by Odyssey Publishing in 1993
2400 species, 100 full-page color plates, 600 line illustrations, color photos of live mollusks. 778 pages total both volumes.
Volume One describes & illustrates gastropod species from limpets thru eulimids and includes info on distribution, habitat, collecting & preserving shells. 408 pages. Volume Two deals with neogastropods from murex to turrids. 370 pages.
Purchased December 1994. $160.00
ISBN – 0 646 05226 2 (VOL I)
ISBN – 0 646 15227 0 (VOL II)

AUSTRALIAN SHELLS
By B. R. Wilson and Keith Gillett
Published by Charles E. Tuttle Company, Rutland, VT and Tokyo, Japan 1970
Magnificant color illustrations of live animals and shells – descriptions of 600 species of marine gastropods found in Australian waters. 168 pages.
Donated by the publisher in return for reviewing the book. $21.50
ISBN 0-8048-1015-X

AUSTRALIA’S SPECTACULAR COWRIES
By Barry Wilson & Peter Clarkson
Odyssey Publishing 2004
Variation, distribution, habitats of 10 species of Australian genera Zoila & Umbilia.
38 full color pages, maps and photos of over 600 specimens. 398 pages.
Donated by Bob Janowsky December 2006
ISBN 0-96617202-7

BAHAMIAN SEASHELLS
A Thousand Species from Abaco, Bahamas
By Colin Redfern
Bahamianseashells.com, Inc. First Edition 2001
Shell photos are in black & white. Detailed text and descriptions. 280 pages.
Copy #1 purchased in memory of Ben Wiener February 13, 2002-REMOVED FROM LIBRARY & GIVEN TO RAFFLE TABLE MAY 2018
Copy # 2 anonymous donation May 2018
Paperback Note: Copy #1 binding is broken, cover separating from book.
ISBN 0-9711066-0-6

BAHAMIAN SEASHELLS
1161 Species from Abaco, Bahamas
By Colin Redfern
Bahamianseashells.com, Inc. First Edition 2013
More than 3600 color photos, features species found in the Bahama waters and from Bermuda to Brazil, to the Gulf of Mexico. Special appeal to Florida collectors. Detailed text and descriptions. 501 pages. 8” x 12”.
Purchased 11-1-2013 $149.95
ISBN 978-0-9711066-1-1

BEACH TREASURES OF THE GULF COAST
By S. Peter Dance & Harlan E. Wittkopf
Published by C-Shells-3, Inc. 2007
Highlighting Sanibel Island, shells & other seashore creatures. Non-technical text. 45 species discussed: behaviors, anatomy, color variations, etc. 56 pages.
Donated by Fay Mucha May 2007.
Softcover
ISBN 0-976956756

BEAUTIFUL COWRIES MAGAZINE
Number 1 – May 2012
A new journal dedicated to Cowries. All color photos. An occasional publication.
Editor Marco Passamonti
Received October 2012.

BEST OF THE NAUTILUS, THE
A Bicentennial Anthology of American Conchology
Edited by R. Tucker Abbott
Published by American Malacologists 1976
The Nautilus is America’s oldest peer-reviewed journal, established in 1886, publishing articles on various aspects of malacology and conchology with the intent of publicizing the research and works done by scientists, academia, etc. This book is a selected collection of the most interesting and significant articles that appeared in the first 40 years of the publication, and reads like a novel, as many of the articles are written in the style of a travel and adventure diary. Several articles on collecting in Florida. 280 pages.
Donated by Carole Marshall 8-12-2015. (used)
ISBN 0-915826-02-X

BIVALVE SEASHELLS OF FLORIDA
An identification guide to the common species of Florida and the Southeast
By Trish Hartmann
Anadara Press 2006
An excellent guide to the bivalve shells found in and around Florida. Good photographs and shell descriptions, with both scientific and common shell names. There is also information on the anatomy of shells, their habitat, nomenclature, and shell collecting and identifying. Great for the novice collector and beachcombers. 183 pages.
Purchased May 2016 $26.79
Softcover 8 1/2” x 5 1/2”
ISBN 0-9759059-02

BIVALVE SEASHELLS OF WESTERN NORTH AMERICA
Marine Bivalve Mollusks from Arctic Alaska to Baja California
By: Eugene V. Coan, Paul Valentich Scott & Frank R. Bernard
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History 2000
A total of 472 species are described and illustrated with detailed photographs and drawings. All habitats in the region are included from the intertidal splash zone to the abyssal depths of the ocean basins. The book has over 4,800 complete bibliographic references to the bivalves including citations on the biology, physiology, ecology, and taxonomy. Also included is an illustrated key to the superfamiles of the region, and a complete glossary. 764 pages, black & white photos. New condition.
Donated by Ed Petuch, added to library Feb 2017
ISBN 0-936494-30-1

BIVALVED SEASHELLS OF THE RED SEA
By: P. Graham Oliver
National Museum of Wales 1992
A comprehensive overview of the bivalves from the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. 369 species are discussed, detailed descriptions and text, including habitat info, aids to identification, full synonomy listings, bibliography. 330 pages, 748 drawings, 46 plates
12 ½ ’’ x 10’’.
Donated, new. Added to library Sept 2014.
ISBN 3-925919-08-02

BIVALVES OF AUSTRALIA
Volume One
By Kevin Lamprell & Thora Whitehead
Published by Crawford House Press, Australia in 1992
617 species from 26 families are illustrated on 77 color plates. Includes an ID chart
with outline drawings and an extensive bibliography. 188 pages. $40.00
ISBN 1- 86333-039 -9

BLACKWATER CREATURES
A Guide to Southeast Florida Blackwater Diving
By: Linda Ianniello & Susan Mears
Published by authors 2018
A one of a kind guide to the small & tiny marine creatures that drift in the S.E. Florida gulfstream, compiled and photographed by the authors during deep night dives – “Blackwater” dives. Created as a reference for divers (and anyone interested) to the marine life one may see on a night dive. The incredible color photographs are accompanied by identification and background info of the subject creature. The authors also provide info on blackwater diving and the photo equipment used.
170 pages, soft cover
Purchased Oct 2019, autographed by author Linda. $39.95
ISBN 978-1-54395-752-5

BLAKE VOYAGES – PART I BRACHIPODA AND PELECYPODA
See Bulletin of the Museum of Comparative Zoology at Harvard College in Cambridge.
Vol. XII 1885-1886 1967
Softcover

BLAKE VOYAGES – PART II GASTROPODA AND SCAPHODA
See Bulletin of the Museum of Comparative Zoology Vol. XVIII. June 1889.
These were reprinted with the permission of the original publisher by Kraus Reprint Corporation, New York 1967.
Part II – $18.00 Soft gray cover.

BOOK OF SHELLS, THE
A Life-Size Guide To Identifying And Classifying Six Hundred Seashells
By M.G. Harasewych & Fabio Moretzsohn
University of Chicago Press 2010
Shells depicted are generally the most familiar. Uniformly one page in length, each entry follows a standard format, with a description, family table, shell size range, distribution, habitat, etc. All in color, photos are the shell’s actual size. Also includes info on shell collecting and shell characteristics. Scientific and common names. For the novice and experienced collectors as well. 655 pages.
Donated to club by the author Jerry Harasewych on 1-12-14. $55.00
ISBN 978-0226315775

BULLETINS OF AMERICAN PALEONTOLOGY
By Norman E. Weisbord
Late Cenozoic corals of South Florida. Published 1974.
Paperback

BURSIDAE OF THE WORLD
By Tiziano Cossignani
Published in Italy, 1994
In English & Italian. Color photos. Atlas of worldwide Bursidae, information on 64 species and subspecies in over 150 full color images. 119 pages.
ISBN 88-860700908

CARIBBEAN SEASHELLS
By Germaine L. Warmke & R. Tucker Abbott
Livingston Publishing Company 1961
A guide to the Marine Mollusks of Puerto Rico and other West Indian Islands, Bermuda and the lower Florida Keys. Black & white illustrations & photos, some color photos. Collecting & travel hints, maps, latin and common names of the shells. 348 pages.
Copy No. 1 – Paperback – Dover Edition. ISBN 0-486-21359-5 Removed Aug 2025 & placed for sale @ 2026 shell show.
Copy No. 2 Hardcover. Autographed by author Germaine Warmke.

CARIBBEAN SEA SLUGS
A field guide to the opistohobranch mollusks from the tropical northwestern Atlantic
By Angel Valdes, Jeff Hamann, David Behrens, Anne DuPont
Sea Challengers Natural History Books 2006
Provides descriptions and photographs of most species of sea slugs found in the Caribbean and surrounding areas. Provides information about the biology of sea slugs, their diet and reproduction. 289 pages
Softcover
Donated by co-author Anne DuPont 4/13/16.
ISBN 0-9700574-2-3

CASSIDAE, RECENT
By Kurt Kreipl
Drawings by Dora Jagle.
Published by Verlag Christa Hemmen 1997
152 pages of helmet or bonnet shells, 81 species and subspecies in 8 genera, 24 color plates. $85.00

CATALOGUE & BIBLIOGRAPHY OF THE MARINE SHELL-BEARING MOLLUSCS OF JAPAN
By Shunichi Higo, Paul Callomon & Yoshihir Goto
Vol. 1 1999
Vol. 2 2002
No photos, text only.
Both volumes autographed by authors.

CHECKLIST OF MOLLUSKS ON POSTAGE STAMPS, A
By Tom Rice (1977?)
Autographed and donated by the author.
Paperback.

CLEAN YOUR SHELLS AND OTHER SEA LIFE
By Betty and Robert Lipe
Published by The Shell Store in 1993 St. Petersburg
Has different methods for cleaning shells, collecting hints and how to identify shells.
36 pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2”
Donated March 2008 from the collection of Jim Vunkannon
Paperback $4.95

COA 2015 – “GALA IN THE GLADES” – PHOTOS – WESTON, FL- 5 CDs
Conchologists of America Convention July 14-18, 2015. Sponsored by Broward Shell Club
CD #1: Gala Welcome Party
CD #2: Programs
CD #3: Bourse (2 days)
CD #4: Oral Auction
CD #5: Miscellaneous/ People photos (2 copies)

COLLECTIBLE FLORIDA SHELLS
By: R. Tucker Abbott
American Malacologists, Inc. 1984
An excellent identification guide to many of the shells found in Florida. Common and scientific names, descriptions and color photos. Includes some land and tree snails and collection tips. 64 pages
Softcover
Donated by Tom Honker. June 2014 (new condition)
ISBN: 0-915826-11-9

COLLECTING SEASHELLS
By Kathleen Yerger Johnstone
Grosset & Dunlap, New York 1970.
A complete guide for both beginning and veteran collectors that explores the wonder,
the beauty and the joys of one of the world’s most fascinating hobbies. Illustrated
with color plates, halftones, and line drawings. $6.19
Donated by MaryLou and Carl Stone, Jr. in memory of Clyde Ingalls.

COLLECTING SHELLS (SHELLS OF THE SOUTH CHINA SEA AREA)
By M.F. Tweedie
Singapore Museum Publication 1967
Out of print. Donated by Pat & Rod Armes 1976.
Paperback

COLLECTOR’S ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SHELLS, THE
By S. Peter Dance
McGraw-Hill Book Co. Copyright by Carter Nash Cameron Ltd. 1974
This book sets out to satisfy collectors and students whose interest in seashells is not restricted to those from a particular part of the globe. Over 2,000 species arranged in systematic order with listings alphabetically arranged. Over 1,500 color photographs plus a pictorial key of genera.
Copy No. 1 $19.95 Removed from library Oct 2018 and used as monthly raffle prize
Copy No. 2 1990 Edition
ISBN 1-55521-659-5

COLLECTOR’S ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SHELLS, THE
SECOND EDITION
By S. Peter Dance
Copyright 1976
Purchased from Sister Barbara Wetterer October 13, 2004. $20.00

COLOR TREASURY of SEA SHELLS
How to Identify and Collect Them.
By Crescent Books English edition 1973
Based on the Italian of Sergio Angeletti.
Originally printed in Italy 1968

COLOURED ILLUSTRATIONS OF THE SHELLS OF JAPAN
By Tetsuake Kira
Revised and enlarged edition 1959 in Japanese

COMPENDIUM OF LAND SHELLS
By R. Tucker Abbott
Published by American Malacologists 1989
Full color guide to more than 2000 land shells. Over 3000 color plates. 240 pages.
Autographed by author to BSC. Copy #213. $56.00
ISBN 0915826232

COMPENDIUM OF SEASHELLS
By R. Tucker Abbott & S. Peter Dance
Published by American Malacologists in October 1982
A color guide to more than 4200 of the world’s marine shells
Autographed by the author to BSC (copy #62) $49.95
ISBN 0-525-93269-0

COMPLETE COLLECTOR’S GUIDE TO SHELLS & SHELLING, THE
By Sandra Romashko
Windward Publishing 4th Edition 2004
This guide features shells from the Atlantic, Pacific, Gulf coasts of North America & the coasts of the Bahamas, Caribbean, West Indies and Hawaii. More than 450 color photos of shells, providing descriptions, habitats, common & scientific names. Dollar values of the shells at the time of publishing are also provided. 112 pages.
Softcover
From Estate of Richard Sedklak Feb 2020 (like new)
ISBN 0-89317-058-5

CONCH BOOK, THE
All You Ever Wanted to Know About the Queen Conch, from Gestation to Gastronomy
By Dee Carstarphen
Published by Pen and Ink Press, Miami, FL 1982
Illustrated with pen and ink drawings. Tells the story of the Queen Conch. History, mariculture, Bahamian conching techniques, cleaning & cooking the conch.

A CONCHOLOGICAL ICONOGRAPHY
THE FAMILY CONIDAE
THE WEST AFRICAN AND MEDITERRANEAN SPECIES OF CONUS
Directed by Guido T. Poppe & Klaus Groh
Edited by Conch Books 2004
Purchased in January 2007.
Binder notebook

A CONCHOLOGICAL ICONOGRAPHY
THE FAMILY HALIOTIDAE
Directed by Guido T. Poppe & Klaus Groh
Edited by Conch Books 2000
Study and descriptions of the genus Haliotis, the Abalone.
Binder notebook. Included in the Family Strombidae notebook.

A CONCHOLOGICAL ICONOGRAPHY
THE FAMILY HARPIDAE
Directed by Guido T. Poppe & Klaus Groh
Edited by Conch Books 2000
Descriptions, localities, biology, habitats of approx 350 specimens. 51 plates in color.
Purchased by Mal de Mer Enterprises in January 2006.
Binder notebook. Included in the Family Strombidae notebook.

A CONCHOLOGICAL ICONOGRAPHY
THE TRIBE LYRIINI
Directed by Guido T. Poppe & Klaus Groh
Edited by ConchBooks 2004
A new study of the genera Lyria, Callipara, Harpulina, Enaeta and Leptoscapha belonging to the family Volutidae. Beautifully illustrated.
Purchased in October 2006.
Binder notebook

A CONCHOLOGICAL ICONOGRAPHY
THE FAMILY STROMBIDAE
Directed by Guido T. Poppe & Klaus Groh
Edited by ConchBooks 1999
Purchased in February 2005 in memory of Lorna Sherry.
Binder notebook. This binder contains the Harpidae & Haliotidae

A CONCHOLOGICAL ICONOGRAPHY
THE FAMILY TURBINIDAE
Directed by Guido T. Poppe & Klaus Groh
Edited by ConchBooks 2003
Purchased in October 2006.
Binder notebook

CONCH’S LIFE STORY, THE (DVD)
Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution 2005
Disney Wildlife Conservation Fund
12 minute DVD on the Queen Conch animal. 2 copies

CONCHS, TIBIAS AND HARPS
A Survey of the Molluscan Families Strombidae and Harpidae
By Jerry G. Walls
Published by T.F.H. Publications, Inc. 1980
A survey of the Molluscan Families Strombidae and Harpidae. Color photos. 192 pages.
Purchased March 1981 $9.95
ISBN 978-0876666296

CONE SHELLS
A Synopsis of the Living Conidae
By Jerry G. Walls
TFH Publications Inc 1979
Comprehensive treatment of the family Conidae. Good source for basic information.

CONE SHELLS OF FLORIDA, THE
An Illustrated Key and a Review of the Recent Species
By John K. Tucker
MDM Publishing 2012
Guide to the marine mollusks in the families Conidae & Conolithidae found in Florida waters. Includes descriptions & synonyms & guide to identification.
48 color plates 155 pages
Purchased June 2013 from MDM Books, new. (retail $69.95) $56.00
ISBN 978-0-9847140-1-8

CONE SHELLS OF THE WORLD
By J. A. Marsh and O.H. Rippingale
Jacaranda Press 1968
Donated by Jim & Mary Ingalls in memory of Jim McIntosh.

COQUILLAGES DES ANTILLES (SHELLS OF THE ANTILLES)
By J. B. Lozet & C. Petron
Publications-Elysees, France 1977
138 pages with all illustrations in color. Concentrates on marine shells from the West Indies to Brazil. Excellent section on Caribbean cone shells. TEXT IN FRENCH.
Paperback $8.00

CORAL KINGDOMS
By Carl Roessler
Abradale Press 1990 Edition
A survey of the world’s greatest diving spots by one of the finest undersea photographers. 250 lavish photographs.
Donated by Carolyn Vunkannon March 12, 2008. $39.95

COWRIES OF THE WORLD
By C.M. Burgess
Seacomber Publications 1985
Detailed text on cowries with distribution data, size, ranges, descriptions. Details on the living animal and parts of the shell. Full color. 289 pages.
2 copies. Copy #2 donated to library June 2014. Copy #1removed from library Aug 2025 & placed for sale @ 2026 shell show
ISBN 0- 620-05483- 2

COWRY SHELLS OF WORLD SEAS
By Joyce Allan
The Griffin Press, Australia 1969 print edition
One of the first complete cowry books, published in 1956, the author was Curator of Shells at the Australian Museum, a conchologist, artist and scientific illustrator who died in 1966. The book has a 14 page introduction to cowries, breeding habits, history, classifications and collection & cleaning information. Complete descriptions of approximately 350 species, 15 color and black & white illustrated plates. 170 pages.
Donated to club, added to library June 2024
No ISBN

DRAMA OF THE OCEANS, THE
By Elisabeth Mann Borgese
Published by Harry N. Abrams, Inc. 1975
Donated by Vivian Williford.

EDGE OF THE FOSSIL SEA, THE
Life Along the Shores of Prehistoric Florida
By Edward J. Petuch
Published by The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum 1992
A storyline describing fossils, flora and fauna and life in the prehistoric history of the Florida shores. Numerous fossil shells are illustrated & described. Scientific information written in layman’s language. Black and white photos and illustrations. 80 pages. Paperback.
From Estate of Richard Sedlak (used, like new, added Oct 2020)
ISBN 0-9634264-0-0

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF MARINE BIVALVES
Including Scaphods, Polyplacophera and Cephalopods
By Alan Robin
Published by AFC France & Conch Books 2011
Illustrates more than 2000 species of marine mollusks and more than 5000 photos. Almost no text, the key beneath each plate provides the information for each shell.
282 full page color plates.
Purchased June 2013 from MDM Books new. (retail $89.95) $72.00
ISBN 978-3-939767-40-4

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF MARINE GASTROPODS
By Alain Robin
Published by Conch Books 2008
No shell descriptions, just the scientific name, author, size & location are placed alongside dorsal and ventral views of each shell. Only shows the more commonly collected families and each family is not represented fully. 480 pages, 461 color plates.
Purchased from Mel de Mer Enterprises February 1, 2009
ISBN 978-3-939767-09-1

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SEASHELLS, THE
By Gary Rosenberg
Chartwell Books 1991
Approximately 300 color photos, illustrating 250 species, over 220 families. 224 pages.
$30.00

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF SHELLS, THE
With 1200 Examples
By Kenneth R. Wye
Published by Chartwell Books
Excellent resource for the general collector. Provides quality color photos & descriptions of a wide cross section of marine mollusks from around the world.
Purchased in October 2006 in memory of John Crawford.

EOCENE MOLLUSKS FROM CITRUS AND LEVY COUNTIES, FLORIDA
State of Florida, State Board of Conservation
Florida Geological Survey, Tallahassee 1953
Added to library March 1981 $1.00

EUROPEAN SEASHELLS
Volume I
By Guido T. Poppe & Yoshihiro Goto
Verlag Christa Hemmen 1991
A comprehensive illustrated checklist of approx 1800 species of gastropods, illustrated on 40 color plates. Many species are discussed extensively.

EXOTIC CONCHOLOGY
By William Swainson
D. Van Nostrand Company, Inc. for the Delaware Museum of Natural History 1968
Originally published in 1834. This book is an addition limited to 2000 copies. Drawings and descriptions of rare, beautiful or undescribed shells.
Donated by Mr. & Mrs. E. Flynn Ford in memory of Clyde Ingalls.

FABULOUS FLORIDA FOSSIL SHELLS
By: Gary W. Schmelz, PhD
Self published June 2015
This soft cover book is 56 pages with photographed specimens representing some of the fossil marine mollusks found in Florida. The scientific name of each specimen is listed together with its approximate size and age. Also included is a list of Florida fossil collecting groups and reader resources. Limited text, but the photos and text print are LARGE! 56 pages. 12” x 11”. Autographed by author.
Purchased for library 7-17-15. $25.00
Paperback
ISBN 978-1-63452-980-8

FIELD GUIDE TO MOLLUSCAN SPAWN
Volume I 1987
By Beatrice E. Winner
Approx. 200 black and white photographs. The spawn of nearly fifty species have been described and photographed as well as the gastropods that produced them.
Donated by Richard Sedlak in memory of Marshall Carlson.
Paperback

FIELD GUIDE TO MOLLUSCAN SPAWN
Volume II 1992
By Beatrice E. Winner
94 pages published by E.B.M., North Palm Beach, FL
An aid to students of marine biology and conchology with both common and Latin names of species. Autographed by author. $12.00

FIELD GUIDE TO SHELLS OF THE ATLANTIC AND GULF COASTS AND
THE WEST INDIES, A
By Percy A. Morris
Houghton Mifflin Company 1973 (Third edition)
1035 species and subspecies are included with range, habitat and descriptions, along with common names. An introductory section contains advice for beginner collectors. 68 black and white plates and 8 color plates are provided along with a glossary. 330 pages.
Donated by Marvin Glickstein Sept 2023 (used)
ISBN 0-395-16809-0

FIELD GUIDE TO SHELLS OF THE PACIFIC COAST AND HAWAII, A
By: Percy A. Morris
The Riverside Press 1960 printing, originally published 1952
This guide, presented in non-technical language, provides descriptions and pictures of the marine clams and snails that may be found from San Diego to the Arctic Seas, and the common forms from Hawaii. Scientific and common names provided. Black and white photos, a couple of colored plates. 220 pages. 7½” x 5”.
Donated by Dr. Edward Petuch Dec 2016. (used)
ISBN-none

FLORIDA FOSSIL SHELLS
Volume 1
By F.M. Dengler
Self published 2005
A “Quick Glance” field guide to aid in the identification of Florida Fossil Shells. Clear black and white photos of approximately 77 shells. No text or descriptions. Last page has a list of fossil hunting do’s and don’ts. 17 pages. Comb binded, clear plastic cover.
From Estate of Richard Sedlak (used, like new, added Oct 2020)

FLORIDA FOSSIL SHELLS
Volume 2
By F.M. Dengler
Self published 2006
A “Quick Glance” field guide to aid in the identification of Florida Fossil Shells. Clear black and white photos of approximately 77 shells. No text or descriptions. Last page has a list of fossil hunting do’s and don’ts. Follow up to Volume 1, different shells than in first volume. 15 pages. Comb binded, clear plastic cover.
From Estate of Richard Sedlak (used, like new, added 2020).

FLORIDA’S FABULOUS SEASHELLS AND OTHER SEASHORE LIFE
By Pete Carmichael
Worldwide Publications 1988
Good reference book for the casual sheller and beach goer. Contains many color photos with brief info on each type of shell. For all ages. 112 pages $11.95
Softcover 2 copies. Copy #2 donated May 2018 by Carolyn VunKannon
ISBN 0-911977-05-8

FLORIDA’S LIVING BEACHES
A Guide for the Curious Beachcomber
By Blair and Dawn Witherington
Printed by Pineapple Press, Inc., Sarasota, FL 2007
985 color images 336 pages, 431 maps
Guide to the natural history of Florida beaches.
Purchased May 16, 2009 $23.60
Paperback

FLORIDA’S SEASHELLS
A Beachcomber’s Guide
By Blair and Dawn Witherington
Printed by Pineapple Press Inc., Sarasota, FL 2007
Excellent book for beginners. A guide to Florida seashells, 252 species with a color photo of each as beachcombers are most likely to find them. 88 pages
Donated by Juan V. Marrero on Sept. 9, 2009.
Paperback $9.95

FOREIGN LAND AND FRESH WATER SHELLS
By Walter F. Webb
First edition 1948
From all parts of the world except the U.S. and Canada. 1400 species, 262 genera.
Small dark green binder.

FOSSIL AND RECENT MURICIDAE OF THE WORLD: PART MURICINAE
By: Didier Merle, Bernard Garrigues & Jean-Pierre Pointier
Conch Books, published 2011
This first volume is dedicated to the Muricinae, a subfamily that includes 47 genera and subgenera, representing together around 378 valid fossil species and 400 recent species. Detailed descriptions, habitats, synonymy and criteria are provided along with excellent photos. In addition, 182 full color plates illustrate worldwide specimens in high definition. An excellent source for the scientific or Murex collector. 648 pages.
Purchased for library 10/19/2016 $148.00
ISBN 978-3-939767-32-9

FOSSIL AND RECENT MURICIDAE OF THE WORLD: PART MURICOPSINAE
By Didier Merle/Bernard Garrigues/Jean-Pierre Pointier
Conch Books 2022
This is a follow up to the author’s first study, Fossil and Recent Muricidae of the World, Part Muricinae. Muricopsinae is a subfamily of Muricidae. The book is scientifically detailed, as are the descriptions of the shells. 371 species are represented in 153 color plates. Excellent photos. Good source for the scientific or Murex collector.
528 pages. This book sells for up to $200.00
Donated to library by John Chesler April 2022.
ISBN 978-3-948603-24-3

FOSSIL SHELLS AND CORALS, A GUIDE FOR IDENTIFYING
By Lelia and William Brayfield 1986
Self-published guide. 62 pages; 315 of the most common species found in SW Florida.
Paperback $12.95

FOSSIL SHELLS AND OTHER INVERTEBRATES, A GUIDE FOR IDENTIFYING FLORIDA
Third Edition
By Lelia and William Brayfield
Florida Paleontological Society, Inc. 1993
To enable beginners to classify fossil shells as to both their scientific & common names. 280 of the most common species found in southwest Florida shell pits and shell bed outcroppings along stream banks are discussed and photographed. 112 pages.
Paperback $5.00
ISBN 1-883167-02-7

FOSSIL VERTEBRATES
Beach and Bank Collecting for Amateurs
By: M.C. Thomas 1968
A primer and guide for amateur beach combers, describing where and how to look for fossils. Discusses primarily animal bones and shark teeth, with a short discussion on fossil shells. Numerous black and white photos. 72 pages.
Donated to library by Ed Petuch November 2016 (used)
Softcover

FRESHWATER MOLLUSCS OF THE CANADIAN INTERIOR BASIN (MALACOLOGIA)
Volume 13 No. 1-2 1973
By Arthur H. Clarke
Published by Institute of Malacology. 509 pages. Scientific study.
Paperback

GENUS CHICOREUS AND RELATED GENERA (GASTROPODA: MURICIDAE) IN THE INDO-WEST PACIFIC
By Roland Houart
Editions Du Museum Paris 1992
Detailed discussion of the Chicoreus species (Murex) as related to taxonomy and classification. Covers 80 living & fossil species. Includes descriptions, illustrations and maps. Black and white photos. May be too scientific for the beginner or casual collector. Softcover, 188 pages.
Donated to library August 2014 (New)
ISBN 2-85653-194-6

A GLOSSARY OF A THOUSAND AND ONE TERMS USED IN CONCHOLOGY
Compiled by Winifred H. Arnold 1965
A supplement to The Veliger, a publication of the California Malacozoological Society. Provides a reference book of definitions for terms used in the description of shells. Helpful for both the amateur as well as advanced shell enthusiasts.
Softcover, 50 pages.
Donated to library June 2014 (used)

GUIDE TO AUSTRALIAN SHELLS
By Alan Hinton
Robert Brown & Associates 1978
77 color plates, 1,060 species.

GUIDE TO CORALS & FISHES OF FLORIDA, THE BAHAMAS AND THE
CARIBBEAN
By Idaz Greenberg
Published by Seahawk Press 1977
Quick reference guide, colorful images. 260 species of corals & fishes in easy text.
Paperback

GUIDE TO THE NUDIBRANCHS OF CALIFORNIA
By Gary R. McDonald & James W. Nybakken
Published by American Malacologists 1980
Key to species, collecting techniques, anatomy, over 100 color plates.
Paperback

GUIDE TO SHELLS
By A. P. Oliver
New York Times Book Club 1975 $9.95
ISBN – 078-0-812905656

GUIDE TO SHELLS OF PAPUA NEW GUINEA
By: Alan Hinton
Robert Brown & Associates – no date, appears to be after 1977
Guide to identifying Papua New Guinean shells with brief descriptive text. 68 color plates, 71 pages.
Donated to library June 2014.
ISBN: 0-909093-17-2

GUIDE TO WORLDWIDE COWRIES, A
By Felix Lorenz, Jr. & Alex Hubert
Verlag Christa Hemmen 1993
Covers 207 living species, 110 subspecies and 80 forms in 3,040 color photos, and all
related data. 112 color plates, 12 b/w plates, 124 maps and 700 drawings. 571 pages.
2ND EDITION PUBLISHED FEB 2000, 584 pages donated to library June 2014.
ISBN 3-925919-25-2 (copy #2)

GUIDEBOOK TO PECTEN SHELLS
Recent Pectinidae and Propeamussidae of the World
By A. Rombouts
Universal Book Services 1991
157 pages and 29 full color plates.

HANDBOOK FOR SHELL COLLECTORS (Revised Edition)
By Walter F. Webb
Lee Publications, original copyright 1948, this edition 1960
Illustrates and describes over 2000 marine species. Black and white photos and illustrations. 264 pages.
From Estate of Richard Sedlak (used, added Oct 2020)
ISBN 0-910872-11-2

HAWAIIAN MARINE SHELLS
Reef and Shore Fauna of Hawaii
By E. Allison Kay
Published by Bishop Museum Press, Hawaii 1979
Covers all classes of shells found in Hawaii.
Purchased March 1981 $31.50

HOST SPECIFICITY OF THE ANEMONE SHRIMP PERICLIMENES PEDERSONI AND P. YUCATANUS IN THE FLORIDA KEYS.
By Christine Little Gwaltney
July 14, 1993
Autographed copy presented by the author, recipient of one of our scholarship awards.

HOW TO CLEAN SEASHELLS
By Eugene Bergeron
Balboa, Canal Zone. 1971
A manual of professional methods for the conchologist. 32 pages.
Paperback $1.00
ISBN 0-8200-0206-2

HOW TO STUDY AND COLLECT SHELLS
A Symposium
American Malacological Union, Inc. 1974

HYBRIDIZATION IN THE EASTERN PACIFIC ABALONES
By Buzz Owen and James H. McLean
Bulletin of the Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History. January 1971
Softcover (pamphlet)

INDONESIAN SHELLS – VOLUME 1
By Bunjamin Dharma
Published in Indonesia October 1988
Approx. 500 species of gastropods on 35 color plates, 111 pages.
Bilingual (Indonesian/English)
Paperback $20.75

INDONESIAN SHELLS – VOLUME 2
By Bunjamin Dharma
Published in Germany March 1992.
Illustrating gastropods not covered in Vol 1. 38 color plates, app. 500 species, 135 pages.
Paperback $20.75

INDO-PACIFIC MOLUSCA
Volumes 1, 2 and 3 From 1959 – 1973
Edited by R. Tucker Abbott
Delaware Museum of Natural History
Monographs of the Marine Mollusks of the World with emphasis on those of
the tropical Western Pacific and Indian Oceans.
3 dark blue binders PLACED IN METAL BOOK CART 11/8/17

THE INVERTEBRATES: FUNCTION AND FORM
A Laboratory Guide Second Edition
By Irwin and Vilia Sherman
MacMillan Publishing Co. 1976
A highly technical treatise on structure, reproduction and life cycles of invertebrates.
Donated by Jean Portis November 1993
Paperback 334 pages

INVERTEBRATE ZOOLOGY
By Paul A. Meglitsch
Oxford University Press, Inc. 1967
The biology & evolution of invertebrate animals.
Added May 1991

JOHNSONIA
VOLUME 1, Numbers 1-18
Edited by William Clench
Botanical Museum of Harvard University 1945
Monographs of the Marine Mollusks of the Western Atlantic.
Johnsonia was a publication of the Museum of Comparative Zoology from 1941-1975, primarily focused on the studies of mollusks in the western Atlantic, containing book reviews, guides on where to find various mollusks, drawings & descriptions of mollusks and related items.
Softcover

KELLEY’S GUIDE TO FOSSIL SHARKS
2ND Edition
By K. V. Kelley, Jr. 1971
38-page booklet, aimed at the amateur fossil collector, with articles and discussion
plus 78 black/white illustrations for identification.
Donated by JoAnn and Vito Bove in June 1979. $2.25
Softcover

KINGDOM OF THE SEASHELL
By R. Tucker Abbott
Crown Publishers 1972
Delves into all of the intriguing facts of the shell, from their biology and influence in art and medicine to the practical aspects of shell fisheries & the pleasure of shell collecting. For amateurs & experts alike. 256 pages, over 250 illustrations.
Copy No. 1 1982 Edition, autographed by the author to BSC.
Copy No. 2 1972 Edition Removed from library Oct 2018- used as monthly raffle prize
ISBN 0-517-166089

LATIAXIS CATALOGUE
And Illustrated Check List of Coralliophilidae Family
By P. W. Clover 1982
Spiralbound

LATIAXIS & RELATED GROUPS, ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE OF
By S. Kosuge and M. Suzuki
Japan Institute of Malacology 1985
Paperback

LIFE OF MOLLUSCS Kenya 2003 (DVD)
A Shelline Group Production. Autographed copy
Donated by Kevin & Linda Sunderland in October 2005.
DVD-ROM

LIFESTYLES OF THE SEASHELLS
By Beatrice W. Winner 1993
Contains facts and information on aquarium observations.
Spiral bound notebook

LIGUUS TREE SNAILS OF SOUTH FLORIDA
By Henry T. Close
Printed by University Press of Florida 2000
Identification manual for the tree snails of Florida.
Purchased in memory of Jean Portis February 14, 2001 $57.30

LIVING BEACHES OF GEORGIA AND THE CAROLINAS
A Beachcomber’s Guide
By Blair and Dawn Witherington
Pineapple Press 2011
This book is a guide to the natural history of Georgia & Carolina beaches, encompassing life near, on and within the Atlantic coastal regions of these states. The guide is a comprehensive yet easily browsed guide covering beach processes, plants, animals, shells, minerals & manmade objects, with over 850 items described with color photos and distribution maps. Of interest to all, as many of the shells and animals described are also found in Florida.
Donated by Elaine & Ike Alvo. Added to library August 2018
Softcover, 342 pages.
ISBN 978-1-56164-490-2

LIVING CORALS
First Edition
By Douglas Faulkner & Richard Chesher
Crown Publishers 1979
Large “coffee table” book. $40.00

LIVING COWRIES, THE
By C.M. Burgess
A.S. Barnes & Co. – New Jersey 1970
389 pages, 44 full color plates.
Donated by the Bennets, the Chapmans & the Ingalls in memory of Clyde Ingalls
ISBN 498066770

LIVING MURICIDAE OF THE WORLD
By: Roland Houart
Conch Books 2014
Fully illustrated in high quality color plates, this publication covers the shells in 6 genera of the Muricinae: Murex, Promurex, Haustellum, Bolinus, Vokesimurex and Siratus. Description, synonymy and distribution are listed for each species. Additional text includes scientific information on shell structure, operculum and egg capsules. 197 pages
Purchased for library Sept 2015 $115.00
ISBN: 978-3-9309767-59-6

LIVING OVULIDAE, THE
A Manual of the Families of Allied Cowries: Ovulidae, Pediculariidae and Eocypraeidae
By: Felix Lorenz & Dirk Fehse
Conch Books 2009
This study provides detailed information of the Ovulidae, including distribution, biology, comparisons with similar species and taxonomic discussions and introduces several new genera and species. There are over 200 beautiful color plates of shells as well as 375 photos of the living animals in their natural habitat. 650 pages.
Purchased April 2016 $114.73
ISBN 978-3-939767-21-3

LIVING PLEUROTOMARIIDAE, THE
A synopsis of the Recent Pleurotomariidae including colour plates of all extant specimens
By: Patrick Anseeuw & Yoshihiro Goto
Elle Scientific Publications, Japan 1996
A comprehensive review of the “Slit Shell”, covering all 24 species and 2 subspecies, with text covering geographical distribution, maps, habitat, shell structure, taxonomy. Numerous text illustrations, including scanning electron microscope plates. 202 pages, numerous beautiful color plates. With slipcase.
Donated to library Sept 2014 (new)

LIVING TEREBRAS OF THE WORLD
By Twila Bratcher and Walter O. Cernohorsky
Published by American Malacologists, Inc. 1987
Over 700 close-up photographs of type specimens, with 100 recent species in
full color. $54.95

LIVING VOLUTES, THE
A Monograph of the Recent Volutidae of the World
Monograph Series No. 1
By Clifton Stokes Weaver & John Eleuthere duPont
Delaware Museum of Natural History 1970
79 colored plates, 13 maps. Text, figures. 375 pages. $38.00

MAKING SHELL FLOWERS
By Norma M. Conroy
Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. 1972
Donated by Stanley & Bobbi Phillips November 2007.

MANUAL OF THE LIVING CONIDAE
Volume 1 Indo-Pacific Region
By Dieter Rockel, Werner Korn and Alan J. Kohn
Verlag Christa Hemmen Publishers 1995
316 species, subspecies & forms, illustrated & discussed in detail.

MARGINELLAS
By Robert Lipe
The Shell Store 1991
Text is minimal, but gives name, author & date, size & locality.
Copy signed by the author.
Paperback

MARINE GASTROPODS
From Curacao, Aruba and Bonaire
By K.M. De Jong & H. E. Coomans
E. J. Brill 1988
261 pages with 47 plates of drawings & photos. Covers 745 species.

MARINE GASTROPODS FROM THE PUGET SOUND REGION, A CHECKLIST OF THE
By Thomas C. Rice
Issued by Of Sea and Shore Magazine 1968
From the mouth of the Columbia River to the northern tip of Vancouver Island. Text only, no photos. A couple of hand drawn maps.
Paperback

MARINE MOLLUSCAN GENERA OF WESTERN NORTH AMERICA:
AN ILLUSTRATED KEY – Second Edition 1974
By A. Myra Keen & Eugene Cran
This standard reference work and handbook identifies and illustrates (at generic
level) all seashells occurring on the Pacific Coast between Pt. Barrow, Alaska and
Baja, California.

MARINE SHELLS OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA
By Harry G. Lee
Published by the Jacksonville Shell Club, Inc. 2009
204 pages of text, 19 pages of color images. Detailed look at almost 800 species.
Purchased July 17, 2009 $42.80
Paperback

MARINE SHELLS OF THE PACIFIC
By Walter O. Cernohorsky
Pacific Publications, Sydney, Australia.
Volume #1 1971 edition
Volume #2 1972 edition
Descriptions & illustrations of marine shells from the Indo-Pacific area.
Volume 1 – descriptions of 440 species from black & white plates.
Volume 2 – descriptions of 600 species not shown in Vol 1; 68 plates.

MARINE SHELLS OF THE PACIFIC COAST
By Tom Rice
Erco, Inc., Tacoma, Wash. 1973
Coasts of British Columbia, Washington, Oregon and northern California.
All 254 species described and illustrated in full color plates of fine quality.
Donated to the club by the author.
Paperback $3.50

MARINE SHELLS OF THE WESTERN COAST OF FLORIDA
By Louise Perry & Jeanne Schwengel
Paleontological Research Institution 1942 (Revised 1954)
A comprehensive study of the mollusks of western Florida originally published in 1940. Detailed descriptions of the shells with 55 black and white photo plates and explanations of the various classes. A general introduction section is included explaining the life cycle of a mollusk and the collection and preparation of shells. Although an “old” book, and no color photos, the information is still relevant and valuable, both to the novice and experienced shell collector. 318 pages
Paperback No ISBN
Donated to club, added to library June 2024

MIRRORS
Shell Crafting in the 21st Century
By: Robert, Betty & Ken Lipe
The Shell Store 2002
From the owners of the Shell Store in Largo, FL, this booklet provides basic instructions for making a variety of shell craft mirrors. Color photos on each page. 32 pages.
Donated by Bob & Alice Pace April 2017 (new $5.95)
Paperback 8 ½” x 5 ½”
ISBN 0-9637681-3-1

MITRE SHELLS FROM THE PACIFIC & INDIAN OCEANS
By Peter Pechar, Chris Prior and Brian Parkinson
Robert Brown & Associates Pty Limited 1980

MITRIDAE COSTELLARIIDAE
By Alain Robin & Jean-Claude Martin.
Published by Xenophora 2004
Mostly a visual check list with minimal text. 32 full size color plates.
Purchased from Mal de Mer Enterprises in January 2006.

MOLLUSCA DREDGED OFF POMPANO BEACH, FL IN TEN FATHOMS
By Thomas L. McGinty & Marth M. Nelson
A listing of scientific name of material dredged from April to October 1970. Only
material personally examined and identified by the authors is listed.
Typed pages in a folder.

MOLLUSCS
An Introduction to their Form and Functions
By: J.E. Morton
Harper Torchbooks 1960 edition, first published 1958
A general biological introduction to molluscs that include their features, anatomy, feeding and habits. Limited illustrations, no photos. Good basic information for anyone.
Donated to library by Ed Petuch November 2016 (used)
Paperback 232 pages

MOLLUSCS FROM VIETNAM, NEW RECORDS OF
By Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Thach
48HrBooks Co. 2012
Represents 1314 new records of mollusks that were not mentioned in 2 books “Shells of Vietnam” and “Recently collected Shells of Vietnam”. Detailed descriptions, photos. Good reference book for identification.
Purchased December 2012 $94.00

THE MOLLUSKS
A Guide To Their Study, Collection, And Preservation
Edited by C.F. Sturm, T.A. Pearce and A. Valdes
A Publication of The American Malacological Society
Universal Publishers 2006
This guide is composed of 31 chapters, with a variety of authors. Topics cover techniques for mollusk collection (including snorkeling and SCUBA), cleaning, preservation & conservation. Tips and methods for maintaining personal shell collections, including compiling & organizing data & shell photography are discussed. There are also chapters on freshwater shells & land shells, along with information on the general biology & anatomy of mollusks. The book is mostly text, with some black & white photos & illustrations. It is not a source for identification of shells, but is a good source for those interested in learning more about the scientific aspect of mollusks in addition to the hobby of collecting shells. A chapter with an extensive bibliography of all things conchological (including shell identification resources) and malacological is included. Softcover, 445 pages
Purchased for library 3/21/2018 $38.11
ISBN 1-58112-930-0

MONOGRAPHS OF MARINE MOLLUSCA No. 1
Edited by Dr. R. Tucker Abbott
American Malacologists, Inc. 1978
Taxonomic revisions of the living and tertiary marine mollusca of the world.
Binder notebook

THE MUREX BOOK: an illustrated catalogue of Recent Muricidae (Muricinae, Muricopsinae, Ocenebrinae)
By: Ruth H. Fair
Published by author 1976
23 black and white plates and additional black and white photos and illustrations with detailed descriptions of the murex. Glossary also included. 138 pages.
Softcover
Donated by Tom Honker (used, like new) $30 approx value
Added to library August 2014

MUREX SHELLS OF THE WORLD
An Illustrated Guide to the Muricidae
By George E. Radwin & Anthony D’Attilio
Stanford University Press 1976
This book offers detailed descriptions, range data, and synonymy for 390 species of Muricidae. Over 450 specimens are illustrated in full color, and another 62 are illustrated in black and white photos or illustrations. Scientific discussion of the shell anatomy. The image size is often small for the smaller shells on the photographic plates.
264 pages 32 colored plates. Used
Donated by Ed Petuch, added to library Feb 2017
ISBN 0-8047-0897-5

MYSTERIES OF THE DEEP
Sunken treasure/Underwater Archaeology/Legendary Voyages and Lost Ships/
Strange Sea Creatures/Puzzles of Ocean Science
By Joseph J. Thorndike, Jr.
American Heritage Publishing Co., Inc. 1980
Donated by Vivian Williford.

NATIONAL AUDUBON SOCIETY FIELD GUIDE TO NORTH AMERICAN FOSSILS
By Ida Thompson
Alfred Knopf Publishing original date 1982, this printing 1998
This field guide covers fossils found in North America north of Mexico. More than 700 fossils are covered, 420 of them in full detail. Sponges, corals, trilobites, shells, teeth, bones and many other types are represented. The descriptive text includes information on size, geological period, geographical distribution, and ecology of the animal or plant before it was fossilized. In addition, the book provides 15 maps, lists of Geological Survey offices & major fossil collections, a geological time chart, & a guide to collecting and preserving fossils. 847 pages, color photos.
Soft cover.
From Estate of Richard Sedlak (used, like new, added Oct 2020)
ISBN 0-394-52412-8

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MAGAZINE
March 1969 issue
Article titled “The Magic Lure of Sea Shells” by Paul A. Zahl and Victor R. Boswell, Jr.

NEPTUNES’S TREASURES
A Study and Value Guide
By Carole and Richard Smyth
Published by Carole Smyth Antiques 1998
Antique shell decorated love tokens, souvenirs, whimsies.
Paperback. Autographed copy donated by the authors in February 2006.

NEW CRAFTS: SHELLS
By: Mary Maguire
Lorenz Books 2013
The book presents 25 projects that make use of natural shells, each accompanied by step-by-step photography. Basic materials, equipment and techniques are discussed along with an introduction to the history of shells as a craft medium. The author studied Fine Art and Textiles in London and has written several craft books. This should be of interest to our shell art members. 96 pages 8” x 8”
Purchased Oct 2014 $12.77
ISBN 978-0754827139

NEW WORLDWIDE COWRIES
By Felix Lorenz
ConchBooks 2002
From the author of Guide to Worldwide Cowries, this book was intended to supplement his previous book, as it describes and illustrates in detail species not addressed in that publication and also discusses some selected species further. 292 pages, 41 color plates, with additional photos, illustrations and maps and a 40 page illustrated alphabetical list of Cypraeidae. Ideal for all cowrie collectors. 7” x 9 1/2”
Donated by Tom Honker (New) approx value $90.00
Added to library August 2014
ISBN 3-925919-59-7

NEW ZEALAND MOLLUSCA
Marine Land and Freshwater Shells
By A.W.B. Powell
Published by William Collins 1979
Covers 2245 species of marine, land and freshwater shells. Description, history & location given for each species cited. 16 full page color plates, 66 black & white, 120 text illustrations. 500 pages.
2 copies Copy #2 removed from library Aug 2025 & placed for sale @ 2026 shell show
ISBN 0-00-216906-1

NORTH AMERICAN FRESHWATER SNAILS
By J. B. Burch
Malacological Publications 1989
Species list and ranges. No photos – illustrations only.
Paperback

OCEAN WORLD, THE
By Jacques Cousteau
Harry N. Abrams, Inc New York 1985
Originally published in 1979 @ $60.00
446 pages, 385 illustrations, including 361 plates in full color. Large book.
Was donated from the Jim Vunkannon collection, July 2008 by Carolyn Vunkannon

OLIVE SHELLS OF THE WORLD
By Rowland F. Zeigler & Humbert C. Porreca
The Shell Cabinet Copyright 1969
Characteristics, anatomy, feeding habits, collecting, cleaning, classification of Olive shells. Description of species & varieties.
Autographed by author Humbert Porreca $12.95

OLIVIDAE: A COLLECTORS GUIDE
By Gunther H.W. Streba
ConchBooks 2004
Covers the genus Oliva, also related genera such as the Agaronia, Olivancillaria, Olivella
172 pages including 62 full size color plates.
Copy # 1 purchased January 2006 from Mal de Mer Enterprises.
Copy # 2 donated to library June 2014
ISBN 3-00-005660-2

OUT OF MY SHELL
A Diversion for Shell Lovers
By S. Peter Dance with the collaboration of Harlan E. Wittkopf & Anne Joffe
Published by C-Shells-3, Inc. Copyright 2005
The author discusses the forms & colors of shells & tells stories about rare shells. He investigates shells in fiction, shells with royal connections & places named after shells.
Copy No. 1 – autographed by all three authors. 212 pages.
Copy No. 2 – paperback, donated by Fay Mucha 2/13/2008. Removed from library Aug 2025 & placed for sale @ 2026 shell show
ISBN 0-9769567-1-3

PERIWINKLES
By D. S. Davis, Chief Curator of Science
Published by The Nova Scotia Museum 1971, reprinted 1976
Donated by Stanley & Bobbi Phillips Nov. 2007
Pamphlet

PHILIPPINE MARINE MOLLUSKS VOLUME I
Edited by Guido Poppe
ConchBooks 2008
This is the first volume of four books on the vast variety of Philippine marine shells. Edited by Poppe it covers 69 families, including Cypraeidae, Strombidae, Triviidae, Trochidae. 22 expert malacologists contributed to the volume and included in the book is a short biographical sketch and picture of each. The text includes geography and history of the Philippines, shell collecting, cleaning, identifying and other miscellaneous information about mollusks. A beautiful book with 312 color plates, 759 pages.
Donated to library (New) August 2014 $160 approx value
ISBN – 978-3-939767-08-5

PLIOCENE MOLLUSKA OF SOUTHERN FLORIDA
With Special Reference to Those from North Saint Petersburg
By Axel A. Olsson & Anne Harbison
Krieger Publishing Co 1979
Added to library March 1981 $31.71

POPULAR MARGINELLA SPECIES, A CATALOG OF
By Phillip Clover 1968
This catalog illustrates (black & white plates) most of the species available to collectors. Lists values.
Pamphlet $2.00

PREPARING SEA SHELLS FOR DISPLAY
By R. D. Coale 1973
Shell cleaning techniques, organizing a shell collection and methods of displaying shells.
3 copies Copy #3 removed from library and given to raffle table Sept 2025
Copy #1 donated by Kirk Anders.
Paperback 34 pages $2.00

RARE AND UNUSUAL SHELLS OF SOUTHERN FLORIDA
By Edward Petuch & Dennis Sargent
Conch Republic Books 2011
A field guide to the mollusks found in the tropical marine environments of South Florida,
the Florida Keys and the Dry Tortugas. All color plates.
Autographed by the authors. Donated by author Dennis Sargent 9-12-2012.
Paperback (New) $39.95

RARE SHELLS
By S. Peter Dance
University of California Press 1969
Discusses & illustrates some of the world’s rarest shells. Part I shows how the rarity cult began; how and where rare shells have been gathered; and how they faired at auction. Part II discusses fifty rare shells, all color illustrations. $17.00

RED SEA SHELLS
By Doreen Sharabati
KPI Limited, London 1984
Added to library March 1991
Paperback $14.95

REEF CORAL IDENTIFICATION
Florida Caribbean Bahamas
By Paul Humann & Ned Deloach
New World Publications 2013
A comprehensive field guide for the visual identification of corals and marine plants. Illustrations & underwater photos. Visual ID descriptions, distribution, diseases, habitat & behavior are provided for each species. Scientific, common names provided. 270 pp
Softcover
Purchased for library March 2015 $29.14
ISBN: 978-1-878348-54-8

REEF CREATURE IDENTIFICATION
Florida Caribbean Bahamas
By Paul Humann & Ned Deloach & Les Wilk
New World Publications 2013
Photographic field guide focuses on the identification of marine invertibrates inhabiting shallow water reefs & adjacent habitats in FL, Bahamas & Caribbean, including jellyfish, sponges, crabs, shrimp, nudibranchs, snails & mollusks. Latin & common names. Excellent color plates. 295 pages
Softcover
Purchased for library March 2015 $32.47
ISBN: 978-1-878348-53-1

REGISTRY OF WORLD RECORD SIZE SHELLS – 2014
11TH EDITION
Edited by wrs-shells.com (J.P. Barbier, P. Quiquandon, O. Santini)
A listing of record size shells arranged alphabetically within their families by species, genus, location by country where found, metric size, owners name, date of record entry. No illustrations, no page numbers, no index.
Spiral bound, paper cover with plastic sheet. 8 x 12. No ISBN.
Purchased Mar 21, 2014 $120.00
REFERENCE ONLY, NOT FOR CHECKOUT

RICES PRICES – CATALOG OF DEALERS PRICES FOR SHELLS: MARINE, LAND & FRESHWATER
23rd Edition 2007
By Tom Rice
Purchased Feb 2, 2008 from Bob Janowsky.

ROMANCE OF SHELLS, THE
In Nature And Art
By Louise Allerdice Travers
Crown Publishing 1962
Not a craft book. Author talks about her fascination with shells and love of nature, gives insight to the history of certain shells.

SAILORS’ VALENTINES
By John Fondas
Rizzoli International Publications, Inc. 2002
Book is in shape of an octagon. History of sailor’s valentines with examples and detailed descriptions of each valentine.

SAILORS’ VALENTINES
Their Journey Through Time
By Grace L. Madeira, Constance M. Miller, Mary S. Page & Ann T. Schutt
Schiffer Publishing Ltd. 2006
Showcases seashells used in valentines, discusses history & lore of valentines. 158 pages
Donated by Jane Santini February 13, 2008.

THE SANIBEL KALEIDOSCOPE
A view of seashell variations in color, pattern and structure. 2nd edition.
By: Harlan E. Wittkopf
Shell Island Resources, Inc. 1999
Descriptions and photos of the most commonly found shells in Sanibel. Includes a shelling instructional guide. A good reference for the beginner sheller. 71 pages
Donated by Tom Honker. June 2014 (like new)
Softcover
ISBN: 0-9656091-7-0

SAUDI ARABIAN SEASHELLS
By Doreen Sharabati
VNU Books Intl 1981
Serves mainly as a guide to Saudi Arabian shells and gives a look at the habitats where these shells live, the uses that people have found for these shells.
Added to library March 1991 $14.95

THE SCALLOP
Studies of a Shell & Its Influences on Humankind
By eight authors, edited by Ian Cox.
Published in London by the Shell Transport & Trading Co., Ltd. 1957.
Out-of-print collector’s item, published by “Shell Oil”.
Donated by Herman H. L

SEA ANEMONES
By U. Erich Friese
T.F.H. Publications 1972
A discussion of sea anemones in general, their classification, anatomy, reproduction, etc. Also discussed is how to collect sea anemones and maintaining them in a home aquarium. 128 pages, mostly color photos, some black and white.
From Estate of Richard Sedlak (used, like new, added Oct 2020)

THE SEA- BEACH AT EBB-TIDE
A Guide to the Study of the Seaweeds and The Lower Animal Life Found Between Tidemarks
By Augusta Foote Arnold
Dover Publications, Inc. 1968
Originally published in 1901 by The Century Co.

SEA-BEANS FROM THE TROPICS (rtnd by Elaine Alvo 11/9/16 who had book since 2011)
A Collector’s Guide to Sea-Beans and Other Tropical Drift on Atlantic Shores
By Ed Perry IV and John V. Dennis
Krieger Publishing Company, Malabar, Florida 2003
Provides descriptions of each sea bean species & other drift. 175 color photos, 217 pages.
Purchased June 2007 from Barnes & Noble $29.50
ISBN 978-1575241814

SEA-BEANS, THE LITTLE BOOK OF
And Other Beach Treasures
By Cathie Katz and Paul Mikkelsen 2002
Donated and autographed by Paul Mikkelson September 2006.

SEA SHELLS OF THE TEXAS COAST
By Jean Andrews
University of Texas Press 1971
Habitat, techniques of hunting, history of the area, recipes.
Donated in memory of Dorothy Huss, Treasurer 1971. $17.50

SEA SHELLS OF THE WEST INDIES
By Michael Humfrey
Taplinger Publishing Company, NY 1975
A guide to the marine mollusks of the Caribbean. Over 650 species illustrated in color.

SEA SHELLS OF WESTERN EUROPE
By Ph. Bouchet, F. Danrigal & C. Huyghens
Published by American Malacologists, Inc. 1979
Introductory material; a look at some of the living mollusks found in western Europe and identification guide to those shells.
ISBN 0-915826-05-4

SEASHELLS
By R. Tucker Abbott
Bantam Books, Inc. Copyright 1976
160 color photographs.
Donated from the collection of Jim Vunkannon March 2008
Paperback, 4-1/2” x 7” $1.95

SEASHELLS
A Portrait of the Animal World
By: Andrew Cleave
New Line Books LTD 2013
A non-scientific (though does provide the Latin name of the shells described) introduction to seashells in general, discussing shell structure, classification and descriptions. Some land and tree snails are also included. Easy reading, with 80 large excellent full color photos of which many are full page. 72 pages.
Donated by Bob & Alice Pace April 2017 (new $9.95)
Softcover 13″ x 9 1/4″
ISBN 978-1-59764-366-5

SEASHELLS: HOW TO IDENTIFY AND COLLECT THEM
Translated from the Italian of Sergio Angeletti
Photographs by Carlo Bevilacqua 149 color photos
Published in 1972 by Golden Press, New York
From the collection of Jim VunKannon in March 2008.

SEASHELLS OF CHINA
Ql Zhongyan, Chief Editor
China Ocean Press 2004
Covers shells from Northern Pacific Sino-Japanese Region to the Southern Indo-Malayan region of the world. Lists 1661 species, color photos, 75 maps.
Purchased in January 2007 in memory of Marilyn Northrop.

SEASHELLS OF EASTERN ARABIA
By Donald T. Bosch, S. Peter Dance, Robert G. Moolenbeek, and P. Graham Oliver
Motivate Publishing 1995
Comprehensive look at the shells from the Red Sea. Large format book, 296 pages.

SEASHELLS OF THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE
By Gulf Coast Shell Club (Florida) 2011
203 plus species of mollusks found throughout the Florida coastlines. Latin and common names are given. All color photos. Good for both the casual and advanced collectors.
Soft cover 5” x 9”. 39 pages. Copy #2 removed and given to raffle table Sept 2025
Purchased 11-1-13. 2 @ $9.95 ea

SEASHELLS OF THE NORTHERN HEMISPHERE
By R. Tucker Abbott
Published by Gallery Books 1991
Describes the most commonly found shells of the northern temperate seas. Each species identified with scientific & common names with description of size, characteristics, range and habitats. Good for a beginner collector. 191 pages.
ISBN 0-8317-6384-1

SEASHELLS OF NORTH AMERICA, A GUIDE TO FIELD IDENTIFICATION
By R. Tucker Abbott
Western Publishing Co. / Golden Press Books 1968
Basic science introduction, collecting techniques, classifications, descriptions.
Paperback $4.95

SEASHELLS OF OMAN
By Donald and Eloise Bosch
Longman Group Ltd 1982
Thoroughly covers shells from Oman. All shells photographed in color.

SEASHELLS OF SOUTHEAST ASIA
By R. Tucker Abbott
Graham Brash Ltd, Singapore 1991
Brief description of several hundred species of SE Asia.
Autographed by the author.
Paperback £6.95

SEASHELLS OF SOUTHERN AFRICA
By Richard Kilburn & Elizabeth Rippey
Macmillan South Africa 1982
Covers the more common & some of the rare shells found in the waters off South Africa.
ISBN 0869540947

SEASHELLS OF SOUTHERN FLORIDA – BIVALVES
Living Marine Mollusks of the Florida Keys & Adjacent Regions
By Paula Mikkelsen and Rudiger Bieler
Princeton University Press 2008
66 families represented, with habitat, classification and anatomy. Illustrated glossary.
503 pages, all photos in color.
Purchased from Mal De Mer Enterprises March 21, 2008 $95.00
ISBN 978-0691116068

SEASHELLS OF THE WORLD, A COLLECTOR’S GUIDE TO
By Jerome M. Eisenberg
McGraw Hill 1981
Covers more than 2600 species. 240 pages, 158 full color photos & 145 drawings.
ISBN 0-07-019140-9

SEASHELLS OF TROPICAL WEST AMERICA
Marine Mollusks from Lower California to Columbia
First Edition 1958
By A. Myra Keen
Stanford University Press, Stanford, California
Donated by Jean & Emmett Redding in memory of Clyde Ingalls. $12.50

SEASHELLS OF TROPICAL WEST AMERICA
Marine Mollusks from Baja California to Peru
Second edition 1971
By A. Myra Keen
Stanford University Press, printed 1992
3325 species covered, including microscopic & deepwater species & to shell-less mollusks. Provides name data, synonyms, descriptions, range data, etc. 22 color plates. $29.50

SEASHELLS OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA
By Fred E. Wells and Clayton W. Bryce
Published by Western Australia Museum 1986
207 pages, 74 color plates. Good photography.
Purchased in memory of Marshall Carlson in March 1988.
Paperback

SEASHELL TREASURES OF THE CARIBBEAN
By Lesley Sutty
Edited by R. Tucker Abbott
Published by Dutton, NY 1986
Covers some of the more beautiful and difficult to find shells from the Caribbean. There is a section showing some fossil shells & Indian shell artifacts.
128 pages, 138 color plates, cloth, dust jacket. $19.95

SEASHORE LIFE OF FLORIDA AND THE CARIBBEAN
By Gilbert L. Voss
Banyan Books 1980
Identification guide, illustrates & defines common marine invertebrates of the Atlantic region; detailed species descriptions.
Paperback

SHELL
Dorling Kindersley Eyewitness Books
By Alex Arthur
Alfred Knopf Books for Young Readers 1989
Beginner’s guide. Showcases varieties of shelled mollusks, echinoderms, crustaceans, turtles. Discusses habitats, behavior and natural history.
In memory of Corrinne Edwards.
ISBN 0-394-82256-0

SHELL ART
By Helen K. Krauss.
Hearthside Press Inc., NY. Dover Publications 1965
A handbook with instructions for making shell flowers, mosaics, jewelry and other ornaments. Black & white illustrations, some color photos. 128 pages.
Copy #1 soft cover Removed from library Aug 2025 & placed for sale @ 2026 shell show
Copy #2 hard cover

SHELL CHIC
The Ultimate Guide to Decorating Your Home with Seashells
By Marlene Hurley Marshall
Photographs by Sabine Vollmer von Falken
Storey Publishing; Printed in Italy by Sfera International 2002
Contains step-by-step projects.
Donated by Richard Sedlak September 15, 2005.

SHELL COLLECTOR’S GUIDE
By Ruth H. Fair
Charles Tuttle Co. 1976
A step by step guide to starting and maintaining a shell collection. Hunting techniques, cleaning, cataloguing, preservation, display. Illustrations by author, no photos. 213 pages
ISBN 0804811552 $8.50

SHELL CRAFT
By Virginie Fowler Elbert
Bobbs Merrill, New York 1977
Step by step instructions show how to create decorative boxes, mirror frames, jewelry, paperweights, and more.
Added to library March 1981
Paperback $8.95

SHELL CRAFT
By Theodora Georgia Passas 1982
Various shell craft projects. Author Passas is owner of “Derby Lane Shell Center”, a shell craft store in St. Petersburg, FL.

SHELL CRAFTS
By Elizabeth D. Logan
Charles Scribner’s Sons 1974
How to display shells, ideas on what can be made with shells. Detailed instructions for shell projects, black & white diagrams & photos. Some color photos also. 214 pages. Copy # 1 Donated by Jean Portis. Removed from library Aug 2025 & placed for sale @ 2026 shell show
Copy # 2 Donated October 2012 by Helen Stanley estate
ISBN 0-684-138638

SHELL, THE
Five Hundred Million Years of Inspired Design
By Hugh & Marguerite Stix & R Tucker Abbott
Harry N Abrams, Inc. 1968
Gives a brief history of the shell & its place in history & art, its relationship with man.
203 illustrations, 82 color plates. Identification of shells photographed.
188 pages 11 ½ ” x 11″. No ISBN.

SHELL, THE: GIFT OF THE SEA
By Hugh & Marguerite Stix & Robert Tucker Abbott
Harry Abrams Inc. – 1984 edition.
This edition is a concise edition of The Shell: Five Hundred Million Years of Inspired Design, originally published 1968. 100 illustrations, 65 color plates. 189 pages. 10″ x 10″
ISBN 0-8109-8058-4

SHELLCRAFTING
By Anne Joffe
First edition published by Anne Joffe in 2002.
Step by step directions for various shell craft creations of animal, birds, novelties, flowers, Christmas. Shell guide helps identify the species of shells to be used.
Paperback

SHELLCRAFTING II
By Anne Joffe
Published by Anne Joffe 2014
New edition of original publication in 2002. A complete step by step approach with easy to follow instructions. A guide to materials used & a shell guide to shells used in the projects are included. Projects include flowers, creature, jewelry, home décor & Christmas items. All color photos. Autographed by the author.
Donated to library by Bob & Alice Pace March 12, 2015.
Softcover, 119 pages. (New)
ISBN: 0-9705432-1-2

SHELLING AND BEACHCOMBING IN FLORIDA AND THE CARIBBEAN
By Gary Magnotte
Dukane Press, Inc. 1971
96 pages with over 100 full-color descriptions and pictures of the most common shells found in Florida and the Caribbean. Complete instructions on where to find and how to keep shells.
Donated March 2008 from the collection of Jim Vunkannon.
Paperback $2.95

SHELLS
By Paul Starosta & Jacques Senders
Published by Firefly Books 2007
Surveys the history of shells & examines their connection with nature, art, architecture. Over 300 high-quality color photos by Starosta from the collection of J Senders, with brief descriptions and info about the shells.
Purchased in memory of Jim Vunkannon February 2, 2008.
ISBN 13:978-1-55407-321-4

SHELLS
A Guide to their Collection, Identification Preservation
By: He Jing
ConchBooks 2010
This soft cover book has 165 pages of excellent large color photographs and includes bivalves, chitons, freshwater and land snails. Text is in Chinese, with Latin shell names and some English captions. 205 pages
Donated by author He Jing during the July 2015 COA convention.
Paperback
ISBN 978-3-939767-30-5

SHELLS
Forms and Designs of the Sea
By Andreas Feininger
Published by General Publishing Co., Ltd., Toronto 1983
Donated by Stanley & Bobbi Phillips
Paperback

SHELLS
Pocket Guide: An Oceana Book
Quantum Publishing 2004
This handbook features all the major shell families worldwide with good color photographs, geographical location, habitat, description and availability. 319 pages
From the Estate of Richard Sedlak Feb 2020 (like new)
Softcover
ISBN 978-0-681-7834-61

SHELLS
The Photographic Recognition Guide to Seashells of the World
By: S. Peter Dance
Dorling Kindersley, Inc / Smithsonian Handbooks 2002
This guide contains more than 600 color photos of over 500 species of seashells. Each species entry highlights each shell’s characteristics & features, common & scientific names, habitat & geographic range. Information on shell collecting, the parts of a shell & a shell identification key is also provided. Excellent source for the new collector.
Softcover 256 pages 8½” x 5 ½”
Purchased June 2017 $16.62
ISBN 978-0-7894-8987-6

SHELLS & CORALS
By Albertus Seba
Published by Taschen 2004
“Shells & Corals” is a selection of realistic illustrations from the Albertus Seba’s original 1731 publication, “Cabinet of Natural Curiosities”. Text is in English, French, German and Spanish. Not for scientific or identification purposes as the specimens are not individually named, but are in related groups. A viewing & entertainment pleasure.
Donated by Minami Sakamoto, added to library July 2016.
Softcover 127 pages
ISBN 3-8228-3252-9

SHELLS ALIVE
By Neville Coleman
Rigby Publishers (Australia) 1981
A pictorial insight into shells and the animals that make them. 94 pages.
Paperback
ISBN 0727013467

SHELLS AND SHORES OF TEXAS
By: Jean Andrews
University of Texas Press 1977
A basic reference book on mollusks, it begins by examining the historical background and physical characteristics of the Texas coast. The general features of mollusks are discussed along with shell identification and descriptions of more than 300 mollusks. There is a chapter on beachcombing and one describing a shelling trip in which equipment, cleaning, preserving and storing your finds are discussed. There are even a couple of cooking recipes for clams and oysters. Black and white photos and illustrations, scientific and common names provided. Of interest to both the amateur and specialist. 365 pages.
Donated to library by Ed Petuch, Dec 2016. (used)
ISBN 0-292-77519-9

SHELLS FROM CAPE COD TO CAPE MAY
With Special Reference to the New York City Area
By Morris K. Jacobson & William K. Emerson
Dover Publications 1971
Over 150 species of mollusks of the northeastern U.S. is described in detail, with over 165 illustrations (no photos) and author commentary. Fresh water mollusks and land snails are also included. Tips on where and how to collect the described mollusks are provided. Appropriate for both the novice and experienced shell collector. 151 pages.
Donated to library by Ed Petuch Dec 2016. (used) 8 ½” x 5 ½”
Paperback
ISBN 0-486-21402-8

SHELLS – JEWELS FROM THE SEA
By M.G. Harasewych, Photographs by Murray Alcosser
Courage Books 1991
Author is Associate Curator of the Smithsonian Institute & editor of “The Nautilus”. Photos of specimens primarily drawn from William Bledsoe Collection, text covers origins and formation of the shell and how they have adapted.
224 pages, 211 plates. $45.00

SHELLS – MUSCHELN – COQUILLAGES
Conchology: or The Natural History of Sea, Freshwater, Terrestrial and Fossil Shells
By Antoine-Joseph Dezallier d’Argenville
Original work copyrighted 1780; this is a reproduction of original work. All pictures are hand painted, no actual photos. $150.00

SHELLS OF BRITAIN AND EUROPE
A Concise Guide in Colour
By: Jan Lellak
The Hamlyn Publishing Group Ltd 1975
A description of over 100 of the shells most commonly found along the coasts of Britain and Europe. Colored illustrations (no actual photos) have accompanying text describing the shell and its behavior. There is also discussion on molluscs in general, their body structure, biology & functions. Scientific and common names of the shells are provided. Good basic information for anyone. 235 pages, pocket size book.
Donated to library by Ed Petuch Dec 2016. (used)
ISBN 0- 600- 38020- 3

SHELLS OF GABON
(Coquillages du Gabon)
By Pierre A. Bernard 1984
An illustrated look at the shells found along the coast of Gabon which is in the central eastern Atlantic coast, on the west coast of Africa, on the equator.

SHELLS OF NEW GUINEA AND THE CENTRAL INDO-PACIFIC
By: Alan Hinton
Charles Tuttle Co. 1975
Includes a map of collection sites and an introduction to shell collecting. Each shell illustrated is accompanied by a full description. Appropriate for both the beginner and advanced collector. 94 pages 44 color plates. Donated to library Sept 2014
ISBN 0-8048-11066-0

SHELLS OF NEW ZEALAND
By A.W.B. Powell
Whitcombe & Tombs Ltd., Christ Church 1958
Originally published 1937, this is a 1962 edition.
Donated by Mr. And Mrs. Al Curth.
Paperback $2.25

SHELLS OF QUEENSLAND AND THE GREAT BARRIER REEF
Marine Gastropods
By J.W. Short & D.G. Potter
Golden Press Pty Ltd 1987
An identification guide to the more commonly found shells of Australia. Over 600 color photos of different species from 63 families are provided along with descriptions, habitat, size and distribution range. 135 pages. Used.
Donated by Barbara W. Good. Added to library July 2023
ISBN 0-7302-0401-4

SHELLS OF THE PHILIPPINES
By F. J. Springsteen and F. M. Leobrera
Carfel Seashell Museum (Philippines) 1986
377 pages, 100 full color plates featuring 3,761 specimen shells described in detail.
Donated by Ed Sossen. $80.00
ISBN 971-91029-0-x

SHELLS OF THE WESTERN PACIFIC IN COLOR
Volume I
By Tetsuki Kira and Dr. Tadashige Habe
Hoikusha Publishing Co., Ltd., Japan 1965
Volume 1 describes 1270 species. Shells of Japanese waters illustrated in color and described in English text.

SHELLS OF THE WESTERN PACIFIC IN COLOR
Volume II
By Tetsuki Kira and Dr. Tadashige Habe
Hoikusha Publishing Co., Ltd., Japan 1968
Volume 2 describes 1457 species not shown in Volume 1.

SHELLS ON STAMPS
By: He Jing, Qian Zhouxing & Fang Yifeng
ConchBooks 2014
Excellent color photographs (taken by the author) and is divided into three sections. The first section is dedicated to shells on stamps, worldwide. The second section contains paintings also shown on stamps where shells are depicted within the paintings. The final section deals with scientists involved in the research of mollusks. Unfortunately, the book’s text is in Chinese, but with Latin shell names. 96 pages.
Donated to our library by author He Jing during the July 2015 COA convention.
Paperback
ISBN 978-3-939767-58-9

SHELLS – TREASURES OF THE SEA
By Leonard Hill
Hugh Lauter Levin Associates, Inc. 1996
Traces history of shells in fine art & native crafts, commerce & trade, adornment & worship through detailed text & photos. Info on the evolutionary history & classification of shells as well as collecting practices.
Donated to library March 2008 from the Jim Vunkannon collection.
Large book $75.00
ISBN 0-88363-351-5

SIMON & SCHUSTER’S GUIDE TO SHELLS
By Bruno Sabelli, edited by Howard S. Feinberg
Simon & Schuster 1979
An easy to use field guide with more than 1230 illustrations, info on mollusks and the shells they produce, specifying size, appearance, geographic occurrence, classification.
Donated by Jean Andrews in 1985. 512 pages.
Paperback

THE SOUND OF THE SEA
Seashells and the Fate of the Oceans
By Cynthia Barnett,
W.W. Norton & Co. 2021
Gainesville, Florida environmental author and journalist Barnett recites the story of the history and science of shells, their environs and their impact on human culture. She weaves a scientific story of shells from the prehistoric to present day, from around the world to Florida that reads like a novel and travelogue. No pictures. Book jacket. 417 pp
Donated by John Chesler April 2022. (new)
ISBN 978-0-393-65144-7

SOUTH AFRICAN SHELLS
A Collector’s Guide
By: Deirdre Richards
C. Struik Ltd. 1981
This field guide identifies 527 South African shells in color photographs, with most shown in actual size. A description of every species and its geographical range is provided. Also included is an introduction to molluscs and their biology and tips on collecting and cleaning shells. 128 pages, pocket size book.
Donated by Ed Petuch Dec 2016
ISBN 0- 86977 -113 -2

SOUTHERN FLORIDA’S FOSSIL SEASHELLS
By Carol and Bernie Peterson
Published by authors 2008
An illustrated identification guide of the fossil shells found in Florida that lived during the Pliocene to the Pleistocene ages. Additional information includes fossil collection methods and collecting areas. 141 pages
Purchased for library Sept 2015 $24.95
Softcover
ISBN: 1-878398-69-5

SOWERBY’S BOOK OF SHELLS
By G. B. Sowerby, Jr.
Crescent Books 1990 edition
Distributed by Crown Publishers, Inc.
Originally published in 1852 as A Conchological Manual. A comprehensive study of shells, 700 illustrations.
Donated to library March 2008 from the collection of Jim Vunkannon.
ISBN 0-517-02199-4

SPIRALS FROM THE SEA
An anthropological look at shells
By Jane F. Safer and Frances M. Gill
Crown Publishers – First Edition 1982 $35.00

SPONDYLUS
Spiny Oyster Shells of the World
By Kevin Lamprell
Published by E. J. Brill 1987
Excellent visual reference on Spondylus with descriptive data for each.
Dedicated to the memory of Ruth Chesler by an anonymous donor.

STANDARD CATALOG OF SHELLS
3RD edition 1977
By Robert J.L. Wagner & R. Tucker Abbott
American Malacologists, Inc.
A loose-leaf catalog with complete listings of species. Also lists shell values, world record sizes. 48 world atlas in color. $30.00

STARFISHES and RELATED ECHINODERMS
By Ailsa M. Clark
3rd Edition 1977
Paperback

STRATIGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION OF PALEOCENE AND EOCENE FOSSILS
IN THE EASTERN GULF COAST REGION
By Lyman D. Toulmin
A two-volume set (monograph 13)
Published by the Geological Survey of Alabama in 1977.
Paperback $13.25

THE SUPERFAMILY STROMBACEA
From Western Atlantic
By Renato Moscatelli 1987
As the title implies, the author discusses the Strombus species inhabiting the eastern coastline of the Americas. Descriptions of the animal and the shells are explained along with their behavior and habitats.
Paperback 91 pages of text, 38 pages of color plates.
Donated by Randy Allamand August 8, 2018
No ISBN, appears to be self published

A SYSTEMATIC CLASSIFICATION OF THE GASTROPOD FAMILY CONIDAE AT THE GENERIC LEVEL
By A.J. da Motta
La Conchiglia 1991
The author discusses the shapes, taxonomy, and criteria for classification of the Conus genus. Over 50 species of the genus are described with color photos. In English and French. 48 pages.
Donated by Tom Honker. June 2014
Softcover

TEREBRIDAE
A Collectors Guide
By Yves Terryn
Conch Books 2007
This book can be used as a companion to Bratcher & Cernorhorsky’s Living Terebras of the World (which is also in our library) as it contains additional species (313 total) of Terebras, commonly known as auger shells. The author is an associate scientist from the Belgium Museum of Natural History. 122 pages with 57 pages of text and 65 full page color plates.
Purchased 9-15-2015 $69.95
ISBN 978-3-939767-01-05

THESAURUS LIBRORUM CONCHYLIORUM
(ANTIQUARIAAT JUNK B.V.) Catalogue 278 1999
By Allard Schierenberg. Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
A treasury of books about mollusks and their shells.
Paperback

TROPICAL LANDSHELLS OF THE WORLD
By Brian Parkinson with Jens Hemmen and Klaus Groh
Verlag Christa Hemmen 1987
77 full size color plates illustrate 1000 species & subspecies from 100 genera.
Dedicated to the memory of Ruth Chesler. Made possible by donations from Ed Sossen, Annette Lebenstein, Jan Lebenstein, Stu Kramer, Mary Carlson and Arden Sederholm.
ISBN 3-925919-00-7

TROPICAL PACIFIC MARINE SHELLS
By Walter O. Cernohorsky
Pacific Publications 1978
Third in a series, describes in detail 600+ species not covered in previous 2 volumes. Covers the Marquesas to West New Guinea.
Added to library March 1981 $35.95
ISBN 0-85807-038-3

TROPICAL SEASHELLS
Periplus Nature Guide
By Ruth Dyerly, Pauline Fiene-Severns, Mike Severns
Charles E Tuttle Co. 1998
This pocket guide features 170 mollusks from Southeast Asia, with information on their habitat and behavior. Over 100 color photographs, scientific and common names listed. Good for the beginner collector. 64 pages.
Donated to library August 8, 2018 by Randy Allamand
ISBN 962-593-175-9

VOLUTES
By Guido T. Poppe & Yoshihiro Goto
Published in Ancona, Italy 1992
Extremely detailed with 101 full page color plates of approx. 300 species, subspecies and forms. 348 pages. $86.00
ISBN 8886070012

WELSH SEASHELLS
By June E. Chatfield
National Museum of Wales, Cardiff 1977
Descriptions of shells found on the beaches of Wales. 44 pages.
Paperback
ISBN 0-7200-025-2

WENTLETRAP BOOK, THE
Guide to the Recent Epitonidae of the World
By Art Weil, Leonard Brown and Bruce Neville
Evolver, Rome 1999
Purchased from Mal de Mer in memory of Peggy Fox. $120.00

WEST AFRICAN SEASHELLS
By R. Ardovini & T. Cossignani
Museo Malacologica Piccino 2004
Illustrates 2300 shells, with brief discussion of each family. Covers Eastern Atlantic from North Africa to Senegal and the off shore islands. Includes Azores, Madeira and Canary Islands.
Text is in Italian and English.

WHAT SHELL IS THAT?
By Neville Coleman
Paul Hamlyn Pty Limited, New South Wales 1975
750 Australian species. Book is divided into 5 parts which lists the species according to their habitat.
Donated by Jose Leal, Director of Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum, Dec 2007.

WONDERS OF BARNACLES
By Arnold Ross and William K. Emerson
Dodd, Mead & Co. 1974
Added to library March 1981 $4.95

WONDERS OF SPONGES
By Morris K. Jacobson and Rosemary K. Pang
Dodd, Mead & Co. 1976
Surveys the classification of different types of sponges, their functions & characteristics.
Added to library March 1981 $4.95

WONDERS OF STARFISH
By Morris K. Jacobson and William K. Emerson
Dodd, Mead & Co. 1977
Describes the physical characteristics & habits of different species of starfish.
Added to library March 1981 $4.95

WORLD GUIDE TO TROPICAL DRIFT SEEDS AND FRUITS
By C.R. Gunn & J.V. Dennis
Krieger Publishing Company 1999
This guide describes tropical seeds and fruits (sea-beans) on beaches ranging from Norway and Holland to South America, Africa, Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands, and South Florida. Included are over 100 illustrated line drawings of the common sea-bean. These drawings are accompanied with a key & detailed descriptions, to correctly identify a sizable number of tropical drift fruits & seeds from beaches around the world. Also contained in the guide is a section on planting & growing these seeds and fruits, information on polishing sea-beans & the histories of these tropical seeds and fruits. 240 pages, black & white illustrations, some photos.
From Estate of Richard Sedlak (used, like new, added Oct 2020)
ISBN 1-57524-147-1

WORLD SEASHELLS OF RARITY AND BEAUTY
National Science Museum – Tokyo 1983
48 color plates of a variety of shells. Text is in Japanese, but shell names have been translated to English. Paperback.

WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL SEASHELLS, THE
By Leonard Hill and Pete Carmichael
Carmichael Publications 1995
305 large format color photos of rare and lovely shells. “Coffee table book”

XENOPHORIDAE OF THE WORLD
A Revision of the Recent Xenophoridae of the World & of the Australian Fossil Species
By W. F. Ponder
The Australian Museum 1983
Paperback
ISSN 0067-1967