Aimed at students pursuing biological and biomedical degrees, this textbook offers a broad ranging introduction to the contemporary study of proteins. Illustrated throughout with 3-D color diagrams, the volume shows how the shape of a protein is directly linked to its function. Coverage extends to a discussion of new methods for protein engineering and design. Annotation 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
This is a beautiful and accessible-yet-thorough introduction to proteomics. It provides a survey of the field, from thermodynamics to prion disease to biochemistry. Desktop publishers made mindful design/layout decisions; this text is easy to read. The book features a plethora of 3D-modelled protein structures. It even includes practice problems to test one's comprehension of the material. This is a to-be classic in elementary proteomics. I know that I'll be revisiting Lesk's book time and again.