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The Venom Of Heloderma (1913)

The Venom Of Heloderma (1913)

Loeb, Leo

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ISBN10: 116197069X
ISBN13: 9781161970692
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 252
Weight: 1.44
Height: 0.63 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
The Venom of Heloderma, written by Leo Loeb in 1913, is a comprehensive study of the venomous lizard, Heloderma suspectum. This book provides a detailed analysis of the lizard's venom and its effects on the human body. The author delves into the history of the lizard and its use in traditional medicine, as well as its current status as a protected species. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the lizard's venom. The first chapter provides an overview of the lizard's biology, behavior, and distribution. The second chapter discusses the composition of the venom and its chemical properties. The third chapter describes the symptoms and treatment of Heloderma envenomation, including the use of antivenom. The fourth chapter examines the cultural and historical significance of the lizard, including its use in Aztec and Native American medicine. The fifth chapter discusses the current status of the lizard, including its protected status and conservation efforts. The book concludes with a summary of the author's findings and recommendations for future research.Overall, The Venom of Heloderma is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the biology and venomous properties of the Heloderma lizard. It provides a comprehensive overview of the lizard's venom and its effects, as well as its cultural and historical significance. This book is a must-read for herpetologists, medical professionals, and anyone interested in reptiles and their venom.With The Collaboration Of Carl L. Alsbert, Elizabeth Cooke, Ellen P. Corson-White, Moyer S. Fleisher, Henry Fox, T. S. Githens, Samuel Leopold, M. K. Meyers, M. E. Rehfuss, D. Rivas, And Lucius Tuttle.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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