Ernest drake turns his inquisitive gaze from dragons to other socalled mythical creatures. By helen ward, wayne anderson, ernest drake, dugald steer. The complete book of dragons is an absolutely gorgeous hardback that will thrill dragon lovers of all ages. The complete book of dragons ology series by dugald steer, helen ward, douglas carrel, dr. The complete book of dragons, a fauxscholarly book that gives intricate details to the legendary beasts. The books are inexcellent condition, light shelf wear. According to worldcat, the book is held in 1429 libraries plot. This concludes all of the series of books, the modeling kit, and the board game for the 19th century secret and ancient society of dragonologists s. Ology series 4 books dragonology wizardology egyptology. The complete book of dragons ologies the dragonology handbook. Ernest drake is presented in all its eccentric glory, happily bridging the gap between dragon legend and fact.
Purportedly a facsimile of an original book published in 1896, this is a handsome, dryly tongueincheek volume about the proper study of the dragonologist or student of dragon lore. Are you an expert dragonologist or just a beginner dragonologist. This book purports to be the facsimile of an original published. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This amazing book combines dragon folklore with whimsical and imaginative fantasy. According to worldcat, the book is held in 1429 libraries 1. Explore the best fantasy book series with dragons from around the world.
Or wrote a book called dragonology and so, with regret, is unable to make any claim as to the truth of this and must present this volume merely as an interesting curiosity. What is the name of feathered dragons in dragonology answers. According to worldcat, the book is held in 1429 libraries. Set out a little like a scrapbook this book includes all kinds of information about dragons, from maps of their locations, tips on how to train, diagrams of their bones and muscles and even an explanation on how they can breathe fire. Divided into parts for beginning, intermediate, and advanced dragonologists, it contains information on everything from riddle work and reading dragon writing to identifying dragon types and ma. Made to look like an antique book complete with stains this companion to the bestselling dragonology is presented as a student textbook for aspiring dragonologists. The complete book of dragons is a 2003 fiction book written by dugald steer, and published by templar publishing in the united kingdom, and by candlewick press in the united states. If readers guessed earth as the answer to this brainteaser, then. Steer book the complete book of dragons for all the aspiring dragonologists. Now, for the first time, the longlost research of renowned nineteenth century dragonologist dr. Fiction for true believers only, a lavishly illustrated reproduction of a legendary volume by the worlds most distinguished dragonologist. Large beautiful book, every page different from any other book. Apparently it was just to impress the lady dragons.
For anyone who has ever wondered whether legendary beasts still wander among us, this lush look at an astounding array of. Dugald steer wrote the complete book of dragonology. I wouldnt call myself a diehard dragon frantic, but i love to learn about the. Ernest drakes dragonology the complete book of dragons. The complete book of dragons ologies for true believers only, a lavishly illustrated reproduction of a legendary volume by the worlds most distinguished dragonologist. A practical course in dragons ologies the dragon diary.
He had absolutely no doubt that dragons exist, and his notes suggest that he had no little experience of them. Steer, the volume is filled with detailed illustrations and physical representations of different characteristics of dragons. Contained in this beautifully designed, comprehensive course book are invisibility spells to memorize, charts to write, experiments to conduct, even instructions for. Ernest and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Templars brilliant dragonology books create a set of resources on the wildlife and science of raising or studying dragons to gladden the heart of any wouldbe student of these magnificent creatures. This book is a terrific way to engage any young reader while encouraging their interests in the colorful and captivating world of fantasy. Providing answers to a number of questions posed by young dragonologists, this book features facts and information on the firebreathing mythical beasts. The series contains information on dragons, including information about how to befriend and protect them as well as an alphabet of the dragon language, ancient runes, and replica samples of dragon scales. The complete book of dragons ologies is a visually stunning compendium setting out the longlost work of renowned 19th century dragonologist dr. The complete book of dragons ology series douglas carrel, dugald steer isbn.
Cutting off a head of a multiheaded dragon results in the death of the dragon. In a fascinating new discovery sure to rival the groundbreaking dragonology, the intrepid dr. And the illustrations are as much a part as the fauxscholarly text. Detailed illustrations of dragons, spells in secret pockets and a wealth of tips, anecdotes and information make this a comprehensive introduction to the study of the habits. Ernest drake in his allegedly rediscovered text on the arcane lore of dragons. That is because there are no dragons in the real world. The complete book of dragons ologies 9780763623296 by drake, dr. Made to look like an antique book complete with stains this companion to the bestselling dragonology is. This site is not affiliated in any way with microsoft, sony, sega, nintendo or.
The complete book of dragons, from the books and media gift range at english heritage. Replete with large foldout pages, small inset foldouts, and maps showing dragons as indigenous to most parts of the world, the book. The complete book of dragons is the perfect first volume for the budding dragonologist this book is a terrific way to engage any young reader while encouraging their interests in the colorful and captivating world of fantasy. The complete book of dragons by drake et al at over 30 bookstores. Contained in this beautifully designed, comprehensive course book are invisibility spells to memorize, charts to write, experiments to conduct, even instructions for making a dragon attractor. The complete book of dragons by ernest drake 2003, hardcover.
I first saw this book at barnes and noble and borders, but i never got it. No, sadly, dragonology is not a real profession, it is just an interest of some eccentric people. The complete book of dragons is the perfect first volume for the budding dragonologist. The complete book of dragons ologies hardcover illustrated, october, 2003. Apparently, only one copy of dragonology ever appeared in public, surfacing in the basement of a secondhand bookstore in london in 1987.
Some people debate whether dragons are even real or purely fantasy. Drake assigns latin names to various dragon species, ruminates on why dragons are able to speak, speculates on how they could fly, and. The book is ostensibly written by nineteenthcentury dragonologist dr. The complete book of dragons ology series find the lowest price on pricerunner compare prices from 4 stores save on purchases now. Dr ernest drake gives us all manner of fascinating details on habitats, temperaments and training regimes. As you can see in the wikipedia article on it, it is a work of fantasy. It is also a book in the ology series wizardology, spyology, piratology, fairyopolis, etc.
Ernest and a great selection of similar new, used and. The book was accompanied by a letter, dated 1904, addressed to an unnamed apprentice. Unfortunately, the publisher had been unable to ascertain whether a real dr. Dragonology by ernest drakedugald steer scholastic.
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