Transportable in size and crammed with profiles of different shell species, this beginner's field guide showcases a wide range of shells from around the world that no collection would be complete without. Learn all about the shell shapes, colors, and textures, and get up close with the snails, turtles, crabs, and clams that live in them. Featuring photographs of an incredible array of shells and artworks by the artist behind DK’s bestselling Anthology series, as well as plenty of intriguing information, this book will be a delight for young shell enthusiasts.