Snakes Of Australia
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Australia harbours some of the most venomous and biologically remarkable snakes on the planet, and Snakes of Australia by Graeme F. Gow stands as an authoritative guide to these extraordinary reptiles. The work systematically catalogues the diverse species found across the Australian continent, detailing their physical characteristics, habitats, distribution, and behaviours with the precision of a seasoned field herpetologist. From the deadly taipan of the northern tropics to the copperheads of the cooler southern highlands, Gow presents each species with clarity and scientific rigour, making the volume an indispensable resource for both amateur naturalists and professional researchers alike. Gow's writing strikes a careful balance between scientific accuracy and accessibility, ensuring that enthusiasts without a formal academic background can engage meaningfully with the material. The book argues implicitly for a greater public understanding and appreciation of snakes, countering widespread misconceptions with documented evidence and vivid natural history. A landmark contribution to Australian herpetology, this volume remains a compelling reference — one that raises as many questions about the continent's unique evolutionary history as it answers.
Author: Graeme F. Gow
Format: Hardback
Genre: Zoology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Australia harbours some of the most venomous and biologically remarkable snakes on the planet, and Snakes of Australia by Graeme F. Gow stands as an authoritative guide to these extraordinary reptiles. The work systematically catalogues the diverse species found across the Australian continent, detailing their physical characteristics, habitats, distribution, and behaviours with the precision of a seasoned field herpetologist. From the deadly taipan of the northern tropics to the copperheads of the cooler southern highlands, Gow presents each species with clarity and scientific rigour, making the volume an indispensable resource for both amateur naturalists and professional researchers alike. Gow's writing strikes a careful balance between scientific accuracy and accessibility, ensuring that enthusiasts without a formal academic background can engage meaningfully with the material. The book argues implicitly for a greater public understanding and appreciation of snakes, countering widespread misconceptions with documented evidence and vivid natural history. A landmark contribution to Australian herpetology, this volume remains a compelling reference — one that raises as many questions about the continent's unique evolutionary history as it answers.