FURNEAUX, W. S. – The Sea Shore. London, Longmans, Green and Co., 1903. First Edition. An exceptionally well-preserved first edition copy of William S. Furneaux’s classic naturalist study, The Sea Shore, published in London by Longmans, Green and Co. in September 1903. This work remains a definitive golden-age guide to the marine biology, flora, and fauna of the British coastlines. Condition Report: Binding: Tight, firm, and structurally sound binding. Cover: Original publisher's vibrant red cloth cover featuring striking, ornate gilt-stamped decorations to the spine and front board. Light, age-appropriate shelf wear to the extremities, but remains bright and highly presentable. Edges: All three edges are richly gilt (all edges gilt / a.e.g.), retaining an excellent shine. Interior: Remarkably clean, crisp, and bright throughout. Free from major foxing or heavy toning. Content: Complete with 436 pages, featuring the original frontispiece, 8 beautiful full-page colour plates, and over 300 detailed scientific illustrations and line drawings text-embedded.A highly collectible, visually stunning example of early 20th-century natural history publishing. Photos supplement descriptions. "Please View & Used the photos for Part of Description & Further Condition Details"!!! Ship tracked & Insured.