This is a book about some of nature's most alluring and forbidding creatures, written by a man with an abiding passion for snakes, as well as for science, the fate of the planet, and the wonder of life. Harry Greene presents every facet of the natural history of snakes--their diversity, evolution, and conservation--and at the same time makes a personal statement of why these animals are so compelling. This book provides an up-to-date summary of the biology of snakes on a global basis. Eight chapters are devoted to general ...
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This is a book about some of nature's most alluring and forbidding creatures, written by a man with an abiding passion for snakes, as well as for science, the fate of the planet, and the wonder of life. Harry Greene presents every facet of the natural history of snakes--their diversity, evolution, and conservation--and at the same time makes a personal statement of why these animals are so compelling. This book provides an up-to-date summary of the biology of snakes on a global basis. Eight chapters are devoted to general biology topics, including anatomy, feeding, venoms, predation and defense, social behavior, reproduction, evolution, and conservation; eight chapters survey the major snake groups, including blindsnakes, boas, colubrids, stiletto snakes, cobras, sea snakes, and vipers. Details of particular interest, such as coral snake mimicry and the evolution of the0 rattle, are highlighted as special topics. Chapter introductory essays are filled with anecdotes that will tempt nonspecialists to read on, while the book's wealth of comprehensive information will gratify herpeto-culturalists and professional biologists. Greene's writing is clear, engaging, and full of appreciation for his subject. Michael and Patricia Fogden are known internationally for their outstanding work, and their stunning color photographs of snakes in their natural habitats are a brilliant complement to Greene's text. Here is a scientific book that provides accurate information in an accessible way to general readers, strongly advocates for a persecuted group of animals, encourages conservation--not just of snakes but of ecosystems--and credits science for enriching our lives. In helping readers explore the role of snakes in human experience, Greene and the Fogdens show how science and art can be mutual pathways to understanding.
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New in fine dust jacket. Ship in sturdy box with bubble wrap. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 366 p. Contains: Illustrations. Director's Circle Book of the Associates of the University o. Audience: General/trade.
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Good. Size: 9x1x11; Ships quickly. Almost very good. Mild shelf/reading wear. Light bumping to cover. Orphans Treasure Box sells books to raise money for orphans and vulnerable kids.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Very Good+ in J Very Good+ jacket. 4to-over 9¾"-12" tall In color pictorial jacket over black cloth with purple spine titling, 4to, 351pp. Illustrated in color.
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Photographs By Michael and Patrica Fogden. Fine in Fine jacket. 4to. HEAVY. xiii, 351 pp, illustrated throughout with color photos, appendix, index. Cloth boards in dust-jacket. The book is in three parts: Lifestyles, Diversity, and Synthesis with eight chapters devoted to general toics in snake biology and eight chapters surveying the major groups of snakes.
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Near Fine in Near Fine jacket. Near fine hardcover, previous owner's name on ffep. Light shelf wear to dust jacket. Illusustration with color photos by Michael & Patrica Fogden.
