Frogs: Inside Their Remarkable World — Ellin Beltz

This coffee table–style book is nevertheless a comprehensive guide to all 31 families of frogs. Spectacular full-color photographs show many species. The evolution of frogs, their anatomy, and their place in ecosystems worldwide are also discussed. Beltz describes the animals' role as bellwethers for changes in the Earth's ecological health. Also included is a section on frogs in myth and culture, from the frog prince of fairy tales to toads in Egyptian, Greek, and Roman lore. Then, there's the most famous modern frog, Kermit of Sesame Street. This book can be enjoyed by readers of all ages. Firefly Books Ltd., 2005, 176 p., color photos, hardcover, $34.95.

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