"In this masterpiece, the snake emerges from the Garden of Eden in Genesis and carries on an unending hostility to human kind in the closing chapters of the book of Revelation. This book is packed with data about this mysterious creature and backed by compelling evidence and argumentation. I recommend it unreservedly to any and all with an interest in this fascinating subject."—David Noel Freedman
“Charlesworth has done us all an immense service in pulling together evidence from around the world and through the ages of the crucial role snakes have played in the human story.”—James A. Sanders, Claremont School of Theology
~James A. Sanders
"Making use of his vast knowledge in archaeology and ancient literature, Professor Charlesworth has written an outstanding research on serpent symbolism, which is certainly to become the standard book of reference to this topic in the years to come."—Adolfo Roitman, The Israel Museum, Jerusalem
“Magnificent . . . Exposing the rich complexity of historic, symbolic, and religious meanings associated with serpents, this fascinating and comprehensive study is highly recommended.”—Library Journal (starred review)
~Library Journal
“Charlesworth provides indispensable material for anyone studying the symbolic use of snakes.”—Pheme Perkins, America
~Pheme Perkins, America
"[A] very handy reference tool for Classicists and specialists in Near Eastern Studies, as well as Biblicists . . . even lay persons will find his book accessible."—Isaac W. Oliver, International Journal of the Classical Tradition
~Isaac W. Oliver, International Journal of the Classical Tradition
"[A] superb introduction to, and analysis of, ophidian symbolism and function in the ancient world."—Marvin A. Sweeney, Journal of American Academy of Religion
~Marvin A. Sweeney, Journal of American Academy of Religion
