This comprehensive and entertaining compendium of toad lore surveys the history of toads as biological entity, literary and artistic subject, mythological subject, and threatened species. Here is a uniquely insightful and engaging look at how humans through the ages have responded to and been influenced by their amphibian neighbors.
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By integrating his commentary with the world of poetry, literature, art, and science, the author presents examples of the impact the toad has had upon the thoughts and actions of humankind. Degraaff considers this amphibian from every angle--from its biological aspects, which include its heritage as the evolutionary progenitor of land animals, to its role in mysticism and its value as an ingredient in witch's brew. He also incorporates the writings of Lewis Carroll, Beatrice Potter, William Shakespeare, and many others. Degraaff's whimsical approach to this offbeat subject and the many high-quality art reproductions combine to produce an attractive, entertaining package for general readers.
- Frank Reiser, Nassau Community Coll., Garden City, N.Y.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
- Frank Reiser, Nassau Community Coll., Garden City, N.Y.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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"The choice of tales, poetry, and art flawlessly illustrates the text. This volume is a rare treasure."
(The Animals' Agenda )
"By integrating his commentary with the world of poetry, literature, art, and science, the author presents examples of the impact the toad has had upon the thoughts and actions of humankind. Degraaff considers this amphibian from every angle--from its biological aspects, which include its heritage as the evolutionary progenitor of land animals, to its role in mysticism and its value as an ingredient in witch's brew. He also incorporates the writings of Lewis Carroll, Beatrice Potter, William Shakespeare, and many others. Degraaff's whimsical approach to this offbeat subject and the many high-quality art reproductions combine to produce an attractive, entertaining package for general readers."
(Library Journal (Wednesday, January 01, 1992) Frank Reiser, Nassau Community Coll., Garden City, N.Y. )
"An entertaining, imaginative treatise that will appeal to readers who appreciate the unusual in prose, poetry, and art."
(E.D. Keiser, University of Mississippi, Choice Magazine )
(The Animals' Agenda )
"By integrating his commentary with the world of poetry, literature, art, and science, the author presents examples of the impact the toad has had upon the thoughts and actions of humankind. Degraaff considers this amphibian from every angle--from its biological aspects, which include its heritage as the evolutionary progenitor of land animals, to its role in mysticism and its value as an ingredient in witch's brew. He also incorporates the writings of Lewis Carroll, Beatrice Potter, William Shakespeare, and many others. Degraaff's whimsical approach to this offbeat subject and the many high-quality art reproductions combine to produce an attractive, entertaining package for general readers."
(Library Journal (Wednesday, January 01, 1992) Frank Reiser, Nassau Community Coll., Garden City, N.Y. )
"An entertaining, imaginative treatise that will appeal to readers who appreciate the unusual in prose, poetry, and art."
(E.D. Keiser, University of Mississippi, Choice Magazine )
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This is truly a distinctive and fascinating book. It is an eclectic collection of prose, poetry and artwork, all in celebration of the frog. This is not intended for the reader looking for practical information about frogs, but it is still educational none-the-less. It is fanciful work aimed towards entertaining the frog-appreciating individual. Charming poems, interesting artwork that includes frogs with a historical perspective (including frogs in medieval art), and a collection prose related to frogs grace the pages of this book. Remarkably entertaining, this book is very well researched and nicely organized. Numerous books celebrate more widely popular animals like cats and dogs, but this book is truly unique. While its appeal may be limited, some individuals will find this to be one of their favorite books. I love it!
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