Crocodiles & Alligators Of The World (Of the World Series)
by David Alderton
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Author: David AldertonEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 1998-06-30
ISBN: 0713723823
Number of pages: 192
Publisher: Sterling
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Book Review: Clear, Consice and Comprehensive
Summary: 4 Stars
It is important to understand that as it was written in 1992 information relating to population numbers and conservation efforts, is slightly and perhaps the statistics should have been updated in subsequent editions.
The book features all aspects of crocodilian study, beginning with their history and evolution, progressing on to their anatomy, physiology and lifestyle, and closing with substantial chapters giving in-depth descriptions on each of the 23 recognised species of crocodilian alive today.
The book is packed with information and is broken down into chapters and sub-chapters to allow for easy location of a particular subject of interest. One of the best things about this is the inclusion of records and anecdotes, such as an encounter between a 19ft boa constrictor and a 6ft alligator! These make for fascinating reading and add extra colour.
By and large the photography is poor and gives the impression that the book was written in the 70s rather than the 90s. Many are in black and white and of poor quality, while the rest simply picture a crocodilian and have little relevance to the caption. The photos were taken specifically for this book so it is strange that so little effort was put into the aesthetic appeal. Later editions (1998, 2004) should certainly have included more recent material.
However this can be forgiven because the main purpose of the book is to inform rather than impress, and the text tells you all you need to know in a clear and concise way. You may need to concentrate in parts but it is well worthwhile and you will end the book far more knowledgeable than when you started. A great read.
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