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 | The New Encyclopedia of Snakes |
ADDITIONAL REVIEWS: "This updated reference on snakes from around the world will appeal to the student and the lay reader. Of special interest is a chapter on the interactions of snakes and humans throughout history. There are significant changes in this revised edition. Advances in DNA technology have led to changes in snake biology and classification, including a number of new families being added. Other revisions include and a change in focus in the field from concerns about the loss of habitat to the implications of global climate change. Photographs, more than 200 in all, appear on every page spread."--Maren Ostergard, Booklist "Snakes are among the most feared and misunderstood creatures on earth. A comprehensive and richly illustrated new reference book dispels these misconceptions by addressing the natural history of snakes. This is an idea reference for anyone interested in snakes. The New Encyclopedia of Snakes is one of the most comprehensive single-volume guides ever written about snakes, a work that is highly recommended."--Larry Cox, King Features Syndicate "Snake lovers will love this text, complete with over 200 color photographs of snakes from all over the world."--Wildlife Activist "Snakes are among the most feared and misunderstood creatures on earth. A comprehensive and richly illustrated new reference book dispels these misconceptions by addressing the natural history of snakes and their relationship with each other and with other groups of animals. The New Encyclopedia of Snakes incorporates new information on snake biology and classification and includes a complete List of every family genus, with notes on each. The 200 color photographs document the fascinating variety of snake coloration and camouflage, and illustrate and clarify the many topics covered. This book is organized thematically, making it easy to use. This is an ideal reference for anyone interested in snakes."--Larry Cox, Dover Post "Important changes in classifying and naming snakes, the addition of new species, advances in behavioral biology, new concerns about habitat loss, and the state of the art as influenced by the Internet, have all prompted Mattison to revise his 1995 The Encyclopedia of Snakes. As a promoter of herpetology, especially snakes, the author provides this nicely written and beautifully illustrated update, suitable for readers ranging from the beginning naturalist to the focused professional. Worldwide in scope, this well-referenced volume incorporates an evolutionary theme to discuss in some depth the entire range of knowledge about snakes."--D.M. McKinstry, Choice "Great pictures and great prose make a memorable combination, and it certainly does not hurt the credentials of the encyclopedia that the contents have been pieced together with such up-to-date, painstaking precision. Simply put, Dr. Mattison's book is a sheer delight and deserves pride of place on the shelves of many more than just the noble band of the herpetologically minded."--John Mathew, Science Books and Film File created: 11/5/2011 | |
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