Reviews " 'This book is an absolute must for all lecturers and students alike of glycobiology ... Wholeheartedly recommended.' - Microbiology Today, November 2006 " 'Dr Taylor and Professor Drickamer should be congratulated on writing a textbook that presents the enormous subject of glycobiology with energy and enthusiasm and doing so in a manner that should be accessible to their target audience.' - Biochemist e-volution, April 2006 Description " The only text to make this important area of biochemistry accessible to an undergraduate audience " Topic boxes and enhanced references to the primary literature take the student to the frontiers of the subject, providing a student-friendly interface with contemporary research " Illustrates the biological importance of sugars with diverse examples, to stimulate and engage students throughout the biosciences " Thought-provoking questions linked to the latest research encourage the student to explore the subject for themselves, and gain an appreciation for how current research continues to push forward our understanding of the subject " Online Resource Centre includes full colour artwork, answers to problems, and hyperlinks to the primary literature, enhancing the value of the book as both a teaching and learning resource New to this edition " New pedagogical features: Glossary; Learning objectives, capturing the key points of each chapter; End of chapter questions, to facilitate both formative and summative assessment