A Beachcomber’s Odyssey: Treasures from a Collected Past – S. Deacon Ritterbush, Ph.D. (2008, First Edition, Hardcover, Signed Copy)

A Beachcomber’s Odyssey takes readers on a journey through the treasures, stories, and history discovered along the world’s shorelines. Written by noted coastal explorer S. Deacon Ritterbush, Ph.D., this richly photographed volume blends personal narrative with cultural and natural history, highlighting artifacts from shells and sea glass to driftwood and maritime relics. This first edition hardcover is personally signed by the author, making it a special collectible for beachcombing enthusiasts.

Dimensions:

• Hardcover book with dust jacket: approx. 10.25" x 10.25"

• 192 pages

• ISBN: 978-0-9818705-0-2

Features:

• First edition published 2008 by Ritz Dotter Publishers

• Full-color photography and detailed artifact descriptions

• Combines coastal history, travelogue, and collecting insights

• Covers beachcombing finds from around the world

• Signed by the author on the title page

• Beautifully designed and printed on high-quality paper

• Perfect for collectors of maritime history, shell lovers, and coastal décor books

A visually stunning and informative addition to any coastal library, this signed first edition is both a guide and a celebration of life along the shore.