The Subtle Beast: Snakes, from Myth to Medicine

The Subtle Beast: Snakes, from Myth to Medicine

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The Subtle Beast: Snakes, from Myth to Medicine traces a fascinating journey from the macroscopic features of snakes to the molecular description of venom components. The first chapters detail how snakes inspired fear and worship, served as sources of medicine, and represented good and evil throughout the ages. The remaining sections describe the scientific work that has eroded supernatural beliefs during the past three centuries. The book examines the origin, features, and classification of snakes, and also offers a precise description of snake venoms and their components. The final chapter discusses how venoms can be applied toward medicinal purposes.

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Text introduces readers to the complex and absorbing world of snakes. Includes the origin, features, and classification of snakes; a description of snake venoms and their components; an explanation of how venoms are useful to us; and describes various mythical and supernatural beliefs about snakes. Hardcover, softcover available.

The Subtle Beast: Snakes, from Myth to Medicine,Andre Menez,CRC,041528497X,General,History,Life Sciences - Zoology - General,Nature,Nature/Ecology,Reptiles & Amphibians,Science,Nature / Animals,Reptiles & amphibians as pets

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