Croak: A Book of Fun for Frog Lovers

Croak is a celebration of frogs, one of the most varied and vibrant species on earth. Featuring gorgeous photographs of frogs in their natural habitats paired with quotes from famous frog-lovers such as Cameron Diaz and John Steinbeck, it is amusing, illuminating and informative.

“It is the most delightful book I’ve ever seen about frogs.” 

“Amusing and illuminating, this book would sit well on a coffee table, even if you are not yet a frog lover.”

“All herp bibliophiles and frog lovers should appreciate this attractive little book.”

“this book is the perfect introduction to the world of frogs.” “insightful musings on the environment by the likes of David Attenborough, Jean-Michel Cousteau, Jane Goodall (who twice visited NZ as a guest of Bishop’s) and Tim Flannery provide thoughtful sustenance.” “quite the visual feast. Seeing all these pictures reminds me that not all frogs are green; the colour variation between the various species is just staggering.”

“Even if you’re not yet a frog lover, you may be delightfully surprised by their varied colors, shapes, and sizes.”

“Shines a colourful spotlight on our amphibian friends with beautiful photographs paired with quotes … along with plenty of query facts.” “A celebration of amphibians both in photographs … and in a frog chorus of famous names saluting these endearingly photographic but endangered creatures .”

“Professor Bishop’s touching tribute to amphibians - and how they have helped propel his early life interests into a world-travelling explorative career - tell of a childlike fascination that this book embraces and imbibes.” 

“Images are paired with quotes from famous faces such as Jane Goodall and Albert Einstein. Simultaneously amusing and illuminating, this perfect coffee table book is a celebration of one of the most varied and vibrant species on

“Frog lovers will want a copy, as much to remember its author as for the beautiful photographs.”

 “the amusing and enlightening images that showcase frogs in their natural habitats make this a delightful coffee-table book for anyone interested in these captivating creatures "

“quite the visual feast. Seeing all these pictures reminds me that not all frogs are green; the colour variation between the various species is just staggering.”

“A stunning book for any nature lover.”

Croak is a collection of delightful quotes and gorgeous photographs celebrating the underappreciated beauty of frogs. It will delight anyone with a fondness of these fascinating creatures, and may surprise others who haven’t yet come to appreciate the members of the animal kingdom who ‘croak’.

As amphibians, frogs are part of the most threatened group of land animals. They come in every shape and form, from round blobs to leaf-like mimics; they live on every continent in the world except for Antarctica; and they have a huge variety of lifestyles and reproductive modes, from giving birth to live young and carrying babies around on their backs to living their entire lives in deep caves underground! Croak will open your eyes to their vibrant variety and the urgent need to protect our amphibian friends.

Many of the stunning, colourful images in Croak were taken by author Phil Bishop on his travels around the world. They showcase frogs in their natural habitats, paired with quotes from famous faces such as Cameron Diaz and John Steinbeck. Simultaneously amusing and illuminating, this is the perfect coffee table book to be dipped into occasionally, or to be read all at once by budding frog-aficionados.

So if you’re interested in what frogs were up to 65 million years ago, or how they are related to 10% of all Nobel prizes, pick up Croak and find out all about these wonderful creatures.

• | Author: Phil Bishop
• | Publisher: Exisle Publishing
• | Publication Date: Jun 16, 2021
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• | Binding: Hardback
• | ISBN-13: 9781925820812
• | ISBN-10: 1925820815