1995: Villard publishers, New York; "First Edition" stated; contains very many drawings of humerous alligators in various settings and as historical figures; hardbound with green boards and gilt lettering on spine; very decorative dust jacket; quite good condition of book and dust jacket - appears unread; see pics.
 
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Sophisticated Alligators was conceived at Avery Island, Louisiana, the home of Tabasco sauce, at four o'clock on a steamy April morning.  This occurred when the author, Noel Miller, led a fishing expedition that coincided with the local alligator' mating season.  Since then, alligators have invaded Ms. Miller's imagination: her creatures, like most humans, are motivated by territory, food, and sex...