Essentials of Carbohydrate Chemistry and Biochemistry

From synthesis to biological function, this widely acclaimed textbook introduces the entire range of modern carbohydrate chemistry and chemical biology. The increasing recognition of the role of carbohydrates in biology, pharmacology and medicine is reflected in greatly expanded sections on glycobiology and glycomimetics. The new edition also features a new set of illustrations, many of which are now in color, as well as story-telling text boxes providing context within science and society. "This book is aptly named: it is a well organized, well written presentation of the essentials of carbohydrate chemistry and their relationship to biochemistry." (Journal of Chemical Education)