Each day as we count down to the April 18 announcement of the Minnesota Book Awards, we highlight one of the thirty-two finalists. Today we feature 2015 Minnesota finalists John J. Moriarty and Carol D. Hall.
A Fascinating and Colorful Look at Minnesota’s Amphibians and Reptiles
Amphibians and Reptiles in Minnesota by John J. Moriarty and Carol D. Hall
Published by University of Minnesota Press
Category Sponsor: St. Mary’s University of Minnesota
Snakes on the patio, salamanders in the basement, frogs crossing the road, and turtles nesting on the shore in the land of 10,000 lakes: from the enchanted child to the curious adult, from the amateur naturalist to the dedicated conservationist, living with wildlife in Minnesota means finding amphibians and reptiles in prairies and forests and your own backyard. This fascinating and comprehensive survey of the fifty-three species of amphibians and reptiles native to Minnesota features a very user-friendly format, with more than 200 photographs, written descriptions, county-based maps, and more. Amateur and professional alike will find this book a comprehensive source, invaluable for discovering, identifying, and learning about any of the state’s amphibian and reptile species.
Author Biography:
John J. Moriarty is senior wildlife manager for Three Rivers Park District, a regional park system; coauthor of Amphibians and Reptiles Native to Minnesota(Minnesota, 1994); and author of Turtles and Turtle Watching for the North Central States. He started the Minnesota Frog and Toad Survey.
Carol D. Hall has worked for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources since 1991 coordinating statewide amphibian and reptile surveys for the Minnesota Biological Survey.
The reviews are in:
“A wonderfully readable and superbly written book.” –Minnesota Book Awards Judge
In the media:
Star Tribune article by Doug Smith
Listen to John Moriarty talk with Minnesota Reads on KUMD in Duluth.
Join us at the Awards Gala!
Award winners will be announced at the 27th Annual Minnesota Book Awards Gala on Saturday, April 18 at the historic St. Paul Union Depot. The opening reception begins at 7 p.m., followed by the awards ceremony at 8 p.m. Tickets are $50 and are available by visiting www.thefriends.org/gala.
Have you read Amphibians and Reptiles in Minnesota? What are your thoughts? We welcome your comments!