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Dragonology

by Drake, Ernest
Dragonology

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ISBN13: 9780763623296
ISBN10: 0763623296
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For true believers only, a lavishly illustrated reproduction of a legendary volume by the worlds most distinguished dragonologist. Dont let it fall into the wrong hands!

Do you believe in dragons? Now, for the first time, the long-lost research of renowned nineteenth century dragonologist Dr. Ernest Drake is presented in all its eccentric glory, happily bridging the gap between dragon legend and fact. The meticulous Dr. Drake assigns Latin names to various dragon species, ruminates on why dragons are able to speak, speculates on how they could fly, and explains the true purpose of their notorious hoarding habits. Here are just a few of DRAGONOLOGY'S fascinating features:

— Novelty item on every spread, including tactile samples of dragon wings, dragon scales, and dragon skin

— Booklet of dragon riddles (indispensable to the burgeoning dragonologist)

— Sealed envelope containing a powerful dragon-calling spell

— Embossed faux leather cover with silver foil, encrusted with three dragon gems

In his afterword, Dr. Drake reveals that one of the crucial goals of dragonologists is to preserve the magnificent creatures of their study wherever possible - a goal this tongue-in-cheek volume most affectionately achieves. An incomparable gift for secret dragonologists everywhere!

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"In addition to the clever text and persuasive illustrations...the interactive book includes an insert on dragon script, a mini-book of dragon riddles and a glass dragon eye bound into the back cover." Publishers Weekly

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"[A] lushly packaged volume....This is a must-have for all dragon lovers." Sharon Salluzzo, Children's Literature

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"[A] handsome, dryly tongue-in-cheek volume....All in all, a delightful treatment for readers fascinated by dragons." Sally Estes, Booklist

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"An aspect of the book that will be totally fascinating to children is the natural history of this creature....This book will be hugely attractive to children, especially the Harry Potter crowd..." School Library Journal

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Presents the long-lost research of 19th-century dragonologist Drake.

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Novelty item on every spread, including tactile samples of dragon wings, dragon scales, and dragon skin. Booklet of dragon riddles (indispensable to the burgeoning dragonologist). Sealed envelope containing a powerful dragon-calling spell. Embossed faux leather cover with silver foil, encrusted with three dragon gems.

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Do you believe in dragons? Now, for the first time, the long-lost research of renowned nineteenth century dragonologist Dr. Ernest Drake is presented in all its eccentric glory, happily bridging the gap between dragon legend and fact. The meticulous Dr. Drake assigns Latin names to various dragon species, ruminates on why dragons are able to speak, speculates on how they could fly, and explains the true purpose of their notorious hoarding habits. Here are just a few of this book's fascinating features:
  • Novelty item on every spread, including tactile samples of dragon wings, dragon scales, and dragon skin
  • Booklet of dragon riddles (indispensable to the burgeoning dragonologist)
  • Sealed envelope containing a powerful dragon-calling spell
Embossed faux leather cover with silver foil, encrusted with three dragon gems. In his afterword, Dr. Drake reveals that one of the crucial goals of dragonologists is to preserve the magnificent creatures of their study whenever possible — a goal this tongue-in-cheek volume most affectionately achieves. An incomparable gift for secret dragonologists everywhere!

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Dragonology, 3 copies,

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International bestselling artist Brian Froud and New York Times bestselling author John Matthews come together for the first time to create a spectacular interactive book that opens the doors to the enchanted world of Faerie. How does one discover faeries in oneand#8217;s backyard or a garden, forest, or meadow? Through insets, hidden messages, magical signs, reflective mirrors, and other paper mechanics, Froud and Matthews reveal how anyone may discover the way to the land of Faerie. All you need is to believe and to own this book!

About the Author

Dr. Ernest Drake is said to have lived in St. Leonard's Forest, Sussex, England, in the late nineteenth century and to have issued a very limited run — some 100 copies — of Dragonology in 1895. A noted dragonologist and a founding member of the Secret & Ancient Society of Dragonologists in London, Dr. Ernest Drake was determined to bring the subject of dragons under the burgeoning umbrella of the nineteenth-century natural sciences. He had absolutely no doubt that dragons exist, and his notes suggest that he had no little experience of them. Apparently, only one copy of Dragonology ever appeared in public, surfacing in the basement of a secondhand bookstore in London in 1987. The book was accompanied by a letter, dated 1904, addressed to an unnamed apprentice. Dr. Ernest Drake's painstaking work has been faithfully reproduced in this unique volume.

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seekerofka , November 20, 2007
from the title itself, anyone with a crave for anything that's unusual will surely enjoy...

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bunniculabunny , May 01, 2007
Dragonology is an amazing book filled with interesting facts on magnificent dragons. I used to think that dragons did not exist but now I am a true beliver and I have a great love for dragons and other creatures.

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bcbrwk , March 17, 2007
This book is great fun to read. I was astonished at the detailed and colorful hand drawn images. At first, I couldn't decide between all of the 'Ology books. But when I examined the artwork of Dragonology, I was blown away. Even if the book is listed as fiction, there are facts about the Chinese Lung and other native dragons. One closing comment: there is NOTHING about Trogdor.

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gnatarino , May 31, 2006
Excellent. Truly excellent. My close friend and I went from being skeptical, to having a serious breakthrough. We now are true believers. Truly true believers.

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Product Details

ISBN:
9780763623296
Binding:
Hardcover
Publication date:
10/13/2003
Publisher:
CANDLEWICK PRESS
Series info:
Ologies
Pages:
32
Height:
.90IN
Width:
10.30IN
Thickness:
1.00
Series:
Ologies
Age Range:
8 to 12
Grade Range:
3 to 7
Number of Units:
9
Illustration:
Yes
Copyright Year:
2003
Series Volume:
108-113
UPC Code:
2800763623298
Author:
Ernest Drake
Author:
Helen Ward
Ed:
Dugald Steer
Author:
Candlewick Press
Author:
Wayne Anderson
:
Various
Subject:
Toy and movable books
Subject:
Animals, mythical
Subject:
Dragons
Subject:
Children s Animals-Animal Stories-Mythical
Subject:
Children's 9-12 - Fiction - Fantasy

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