Men and snakes : truths and fallacies -- Snakes and myths -- Snakes and early medicine -- The origin of snakes -- What are snakes? -- Classification of snakes -- Discovery of snake venoms -- Snake venom potency -- Clinical aspects of snake poisoning -- Non-toxic venom components -- What are snake toxins? -- Toxins in action -- Stopping the action of toxins -- From toxins to drugs
Summary
Dispelling the myths surrounding snakes, this book introduces the reader to the complex and absorbing world of snakes. A fascinating journey from the macroscopic features of snakes to the molecular components of their venoms
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 155-157) and index
