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By the Sea

Your Coastline Companion, from Beautiful Beaches and Marine Miscellany, to Stunning Seashells, Seaweed, and Sealife
Brief Description
A beach-goer’s pocket companion for lazy days on the shore, or for the armchair beachcomber recalling the feel of sand between their toes. Noticing and collecting shells is an irresistible and accessible activity for pretty much everyone who goes to the beach, young or old, specialist,... Read More
Format: Hardback
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A beach-goer’s pocket companion for lazy days on the shore, or for the armchair beachcomber recalling the feel of sand between their toes. Noticing and collecting shells is an irresistible and accessible activity for pretty much everyone who goes to the beach, young or old, specialist, or first-timer.

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A beach-goer’s pocket companion for lazy days on the shore, or for the armchair beachcomber recalling the feel of sand between their toes. Noticing and collecting shells is an irresistible and accessible activity for pretty much everyone who goes to the beach, young or old, specialist, or first-timer.

By the Sea helps you learn more about exploring the seashore and the treasures to be found, from seashells and pebbles to seaweed and sand. Discover the secrets of the tide and conservation, plus how to be a responsible collector and how to record your finds.

Series: Hidden Nature series

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008584504

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 April 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: William Collins

Illustration: 50 col plates, Index

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Katy Christianson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 181.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Susan Kelly is a writer, publisher, and editor of a wide range of non-fiction titles. She grew up not far from the Sea in New Zealand and now lives on the south coast of the UK.

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