Snakes: The Evolution of Mystery in Nature
- ISBN-10
- 0520224876
- ISBN-13
- 9780520224872
- Series
- Snakes
- Category
- Nature
- Pages
- 351
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1997
- Publisher
- Univ of California Press
- Author
- Harry W. Greene
Description
In clear, engaging prose, "Snakes" provides an up-to-date summary of every facet of the natural history of snakes--their diversity, evolution, and conservation--and, at the same time, makes a personal statement about why these animals are so compelling. 215 color photos. 3 tables.
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