博客來Celebrating the stories and symbolism of the king of mythical beasts, the Pocket Book of Dragons explores dragons throughout history and across the world.
Overflowing with ancient and modern dragon tales from every corner of the globe and beautifully illustrated with a curated archive of the finest dragon art, this little book contains a world of fantastical facts. Explore the myth, magic, and meaning of one of legend’s most fabulous and fearsome beasts, including:- Serpents of the sea and air
- Eastern dragon kings
- Viking wyrms
- Biblical leviathans
- Fire-breathing guardians of treasure
- Medieval monsters
- Dragon-slaying saints
- And much more
The Pocket Book of Dragons is the ultimate field guide, filled with a comprehensive collection of facts, fictions, and forms of the mythical creatures, all in one handy book. STUNNING VISUALS: A thoughtfully curated archive of the world’s finest dragon images, this must-have volume includes color-rich paintings, ink drawings, woodcuts, and more. A FANTASY AND MYTHOLOGY LOVER’S DREAM: Beautifully crafted, comprehensive, and attractively priced, this is an irresistible gift for every fan of myth and fantasy. DRAGON BOOK FOR ALL: From Harry Potter’s deadly Hungarian Horntails and The Hobbit’s wicked Smaug to Daenerys Targaryen’s trio of hatchlings in Game of Thrones and Fourth Wing’s formidable Tairn and Sgaeyl, dragons have cast a thrilling shadow over popular culture that will continue to span generations. This is the perfect companion volume for fans who can’t get enough of these fantastic creatures. Perfect for:
- Fans of mythology, folklore, and history
- Readers and movie watchers obsessed with the fantasy genre
- Lovers of dragon art and mythical illustration
- Fans of dragon exploration books like Dragonology, Dracopedia Field Guide, and The Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures
