The Biology of the Amphibia by G. Kingsley Noble, Ph.D., is a comprehensive textbook on the biology of amphibians, including frogs, salamanders, and caecilians. Published in 1931 by the McGraw-Hill Book Company, Inc., it is the first edition of this work, intended for students and researchers in the field of biology. The book is part of a series of publications in the Zoological Sciences, edited by A. Franklin Shull. It provides a detailed overview of the structure, functions, and evolutionary history of amphibians, covering topics such as their anatomy, physiology, reproduction, and development. The book also discusses the classification of amphibians, their relationships with other vertebrates, and their ecological roles. It includes a detailed introduction to the study of amphibians, their habitats, and their adaptations to different environments. The text is supported by numerous illustrations and references to scientific literature, making it a valuable resource for both students and professionals in the field of biology. The book is dedicated to Albert G. Smith and is published by the McGraw-Hill Book Company, Inc. in New York and London. The book is copyrighted in 1931 and is printed in the United States of America. It is a significant contribution to the field of zoology and provides a foundational understanding of amphibian biology.The Biology of the Amphibia by G. Kingsley Noble, Ph.D., is a comprehensive textbook on the biology of amphibians, including frogs, salamanders, and caecilians. Published in 1931 by the McGraw-Hill Book Company, Inc., it is the first edition of this work, intended for students and researchers in the field of biology. The book is part of a series of publications in the Zoological Sciences, edited by A. Franklin Shull. It provides a detailed overview of the structure, functions, and evolutionary history of amphibians, covering topics such as their anatomy, physiology, reproduction, and development. The book also discusses the classification of amphibians, their relationships with other vertebrates, and their ecological roles. It includes a detailed introduction to the study of amphibians, their habitats, and their adaptations to different environments. The text is supported by numerous illustrations and references to scientific literature, making it a valuable resource for both students and professionals in the field of biology. The book is dedicated to Albert G. Smith and is published by the McGraw-Hill Book Company, Inc. in New York and London. The book is copyrighted in 1931 and is printed in the United States of America. It is a significant contribution to the field of zoology and provides a foundational understanding of amphibian biology.