Constantine,

I was able to find a few versions cheaper than $300 online. Check
bookfinder.com

Here's one link...$45.

http://www.betterworld.com/book-P2781531C0.aspx

Ben

To be sure it is the second edition, but sure to check the ISBN via
worldcat.org.



Constantine Mifsud wrote:
> Dear ALL,
> blessed are those who may own a copy of Abbott's 1974 second edition of
> American Seashells.
> The market price for a good copy of this "treasure" has soared to over
> $300
> which is too much for my meager monthly old age pension.
> Anyone who can help me with a scan of a particular page and possibly a
> figure from the book will please contact me privately.
> Thank you heartily.
> Regards,
> Constantine Mifsud,
> 5, Triq ir-Rghajja,
> Rabat  RBT 02,
> MALTA
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