Snake Man: The Story of C.J.P. Ionides is a biographical book written by Alan Wykes that tells the story of Charles Ionides, a British adventurer and snake collector who lived from 1879 to 1960. The book chronicles Ionides' life from his early childhood in Greece to his travels around the world in search of rare and exotic snakes. The author describes Ionides as a man who was passionate about snakes and spent most of his life studying and collecting them. He was also an expert on reptiles and had a vast knowledge of their behavior and habits. The book covers Ionides' many adventures, including his expeditions to Africa, Asia, and South America, where he encountered some of the deadliest snakes in the world. The author also explores Ionides' personal life, including his marriage to a wealthy American heiress and his relationships with other snake collectors and scientists. Overall, Snake Man: The Story of C.J.P. Ionides is a fascinating account of a man who dedicated his life to the study of snakes and contributed greatly to our understanding of these creatures. The book is well-researched and engaging, and will appeal to anyone interested in snakes, adventure, or the history of science.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.