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The Book of the Dragon
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Product Description
They lurk in the most hidden corners of the world: the powerful and beautiful creatures known as dragons. We know them as the terrifying beasts of fairy tales, but their own story has remained a mystery--until now. Ciruelo, an illustrator of astounding skill, delves into their secret universe, revealing a rich and fascinating culture filled with poetry, magic, enchantment, and knowledge. Each of these wondrous creatures has its own unique personality and history, and it's captured dramatically on these spectacular pages. But the revelations go beyond the images, as we gain insight into their psychological characteristics; encounter many different types (Earth Dragons, Water Dragons, Fire Dragons, and the legendary Golden Dragon); learn about their long-held customs; and explore the many legends in which they have figured so prominently--including the heroic tales of Perseus, Hercules, and Tristan.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #54731 in Books
- Published on: 2005-06-30
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Hardcover
- 144 pages
Customer Reviews
Fantastic Artwork!
If you are a dragon lover then this book is for you! Not only does it have fantastic artwork but it is informative as well. It tells about the 3 main families of dragons (earth, fire, and water) and also tells legends and myths that include dragons. The book is very good quality as well, sure to last a long time and bring many hours of enjoyment.
An exceptionally beautiful book
My parents gave this book to my 12-year old son for Christmas at my suggestion. It is their custom to always write an inscription on the flyleaf of a gift book. Upon looking through this book, neither my father nor my mother wanted to touch pen to paper in the book. The inside cover, the flyleaf, every page is alive with the most amazing artwork. It is truly a beautiful book to behold, even if you are not a fan of dragons.
There was not one adult in our home on Christmas Day who did not spend 30-45 minutes browsing through this book and admiring the illustrations. My son picked it up that night and read until early morning. It is a book that he will enjoy over and over for many years to come.
Gorgeous!
I'm a big fan of dragons, but I've never seen them like this!
The illustrations are gorgeously done, and I spent an hour alone just looking at all of the pictures. The detail, beauty, and grace is just fantastic.
The actual information itself is wonderful, too. From the habitat, to the young, to the family structure, you'll learn everything you ever wanted to know about dragons in this book. Also, at the back of the book, there are many mythical stories involving dragons that are a pleasure to read.
If you're a fan of dragons, this is a MUST HAVE book. Or, if you just like to look at beautiful art, buy this as a coffee table book and you'll be equally thrilled!
