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Venomous Snakes of the World

Venomous Snakes of the World
By Mark O'Shea

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Mark O'Shea has combined expertly written, in-depth descriptions of the world's most common and most exotic venomous snakes with a gripping account of his adventures with snakes, including some serious several snakebite episodes, that have taken place all over the world. From the few European venomous snakes, such as the Adder, to Rattlesnakes, Cobras, Taipans, Mambas and Seasnakes that inhabit other countries, all the major snake species are covered. There are also chapters that explain venomous snake evolution, types of venom, the effects of venom, and discuss the problems with snake conservation.No matter how fearsome these creatures might appear, they all play a vital part in the natural world as both predators and prey.Illustrated throughout with spectacular photographs, many of them the author's own, this book celebrates the diversity and beauty of snakes worldwide.

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #1492881 in Books
  • Published on: 2008-02-20
  • Original language: English
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 160 pages

Editorial Reviews

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"... dazzling, a photographic journey among the scaly and the lethal". -- Anneli Rufus, East Bay Express

"Poisonous snakes have been part of human legends - and nightmares - since the beginning of time". -- The Globe & Mail

"This is a large book with more than 150 quality full-color photographs, some of which may frighten the serpent-phobic". -- Alvin Hutchinson, Library Journal

About the Author
Mark O'Shea is best known in the UK for his 13-part Channel 4 series 'Mark O'Shea's Dangerous Reptiles', and known throughout the world for his natural history adventure films on Animal Planet and Discovery Channel. His previous books include DK's Handbook to Reptiles and Amphibians.

Customer Reviews

A good book4
Overall, this is a pretty good book. The photographs are what make it great. The text is informative, though not very techincal, so if you are looking for a more in-depth book, this may not be what you are looking for. However, for the price it is well worth it.

Nice pictures, but...4
This book has some really good photos, but is more of a travelogue than a good source of information on venomous snakes. A fun read with pretty pictures. Look elsewhere for in-depth information.