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Dragons
A Handbook of History & Lore from Basilisks to Wyverns
Series: Folklore Legends
Brief Description
Discover the ancient lore and cultural myths behind dragons—the world's most mysterious and ubiquitous creatures—in this stunningly illustrated handbook. For millennia, dragons have been considered real, appearing in legends and myths across cultures and societies, including Central America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Why are these creatures...
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Dragons
Dragons is your beautifully illustrated guide to these mythical creatures and their lore across cultures and centuries.
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Description
Discover the ancient lore and cultural myths behind dragons—the world's most mysterious and ubiquitous creatures—in this stunningly illustrated handbook.
For millennia, dragons have been considered real, appearing in legends and myths across cultures and societies, including Central America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Why are these creatures so popular, and what do they reveal about human nature?
Dragons offers a deep dive into the imaginative world of dragons and explores their vivid lore and myths across a wide variety of cultures. Through detailed descriptions and original artwork, learn all about these mysterious and powerful creatures, including:
- Historical Tales and Legends
- Dragons in Ancient Cultures
- European Dragon Lore
- Asian Dragon Myths
- African and Polynesian Dragons
- Dragon-Related Symbols
- And more!
Featuring beautiful illustrations and a comprehensive appendix of notable dragon sites around the world, this easy-to-use and informative handbook is perfect for fantasy enthusiasts and the dragon curious. From their appearance in ancient myths to contemporary fantasy works, discover how dragons have influenced human culture across the globe.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781577155409
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 02 October 2025
Country: United States
Imprint: Castle Books,US
Illustration: color illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 210.0mm
Weight: 472g
Pages: 176
About the Author
Agnes Hollyhock is a lifelong Wiccan with an affinity for runes casting and tarot reading. She practices her craft in the Northeastern United States, where she lives with her beloved pet companions, cat Jack and tarantula Sally.
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