Compiled by the late Professor Phil Bishop, Co-Chair of the IUCN Species Survival Commission Amphibian Specialist Group, and the Chief Scientist of the Amphibian Survival Alliance, Croak is a collection of delightful quotes and gorgeous photographs celebrating the underappreciated beauty of amphibians.
The stunning, colourful images were either taken by Phil on his travels around the world or collected from his fellow members of the amphibian conservation community. Each page showcases frogs in their natural habitats, paired with quotes from famous faces such as Cameron Diaz and John Steinbeck as well as historical figures and members of the amphibian conservation community.
Simultaneously amusing and illuminating, this perfect coffee table book is a celebration of one of the most varied and vibrant groups of species on earth, and a tribute to Phil’s life spent at the forefront of conservation as he sought to deepen our understanding of our amphibian friends.
Exisle Publishing are kindly offering a discount for ASG members, so when you go to purchase the book please enter the following ASG discount code: ASG15.
If you wish, you can also make a donation to support the maintenance of The Halliday-Bishop Conservation Library, a bibliographic archive of important amphibian conservation resources which Phil took under his wing after the passing of Professor Tim Halliday.
Thank you for supporting Phil’s work!
“Croak” is quite simply an exquisite book. A feast for the eyes, the photos showcase the staggering diversity of frogs, highlighting their different shapes, colours, forms and textures, each photograph paired with a thoughtfully picked quote. Phil Bishop certainly knew how to capture froghood in all its essence. A wonderful introduction to the world of frogs by the master of amphibian conservation!