BY THE SEA: 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 features fascinating facts and stunning artwork on well-known beaches, such as Florida’s Siesta Key and Sanibel Island—the “Seashell Capital of the World,” Shark Bay’s Shell Beach in Australia, the fossil-rich Jurassic Coast of England, and the multicolored sandy beaches of Sardinia, Greece, and even the purple sand of Big Sur!