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Shells

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Shells have captivated humans from the dawn of time: the earliest known artwork was made on a shell. As well as containers for food, shells have been used as tools, jewelry, decorations for dwellings, and to bring good luck or to ward off spirits. Many Indigenous peoples have used shells as currency, and in a few places, they still do. This beautifully illustrated book investigates the fascinating scientific and cultural history of shells.--

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9781789147131
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 248
  • Published:
  • June 30, 2023
  • Dimensions:
  • 156x19x211 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 546 g.
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Expected delivery: December 1, 2024

Description of Shells

Shells have captivated humans from the dawn of time: the earliest known artwork was made on a shell. As well as containers for food, shells have been used as tools, jewelry, decorations for dwellings, and to bring good luck or to ward off spirits. Many Indigenous peoples have used shells as currency, and in a few places, they still do. This beautifully illustrated book investigates the fascinating scientific and cultural history of shells.--

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