{"product_id":"a-natural-history-of-dragons-hardcover","title":"A Natural History of Dragons - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eEmily Hawkins\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJessica Roux\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing a gold-foil-embossed cloth cover, a ribbon marker and sprayed gold edges, this lavishly illustrated volume details the secret lives of dragons making it the perfect gift for all fantasy enthusiasts.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDragons have been the misunderstood subject of folklore for generations . . . but are these stories just legends or is there any truth to these majestic creatures' fiery reputations? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePresented as a handbook from the late 1800s written for the students of the Academie Solomonar: the only school for dragon-riders, this beautiful volume sets out to reveal the hidden world of dragons. Within these pages you will meet mysterious and majestic dragons from around the globe, read about ancient lore and superstitions, learn about their life cycle, anatomy, habits and habitats, and discover the secrets behind dragon flight. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis exquisitely illustrated album, that delves deep into the world of dragons, will delight all true-believers and fantasy enthusiasts. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFollowing on from \u003ci\u003eA Natural History of Fairies\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eA Natural History of Magick\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003e A Natural History of Mermaids, \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eA Natural History of Magical Beasts\u003c\/i\u003e, this vintage guide is part of the Folklore Field Guides series: a charming collection of beautifully illustrated compendiums on topics of lore and legend. Fascinating facts are accompanied by breathtaking illustrations, all presented in an engaging narrative form.\u003cbr\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEmily Hawkins \u003c\/b\u003eis an award-winning author who has written more than 40 books for children. Her work combines a curiosity about history and the natural world with a love of myth, folklore, and storytelling. Her best-known books include \u003ci\u003eOceanology\u003c\/i\u003e, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list, and \u003ci\u003eA Natural History of Fairies\u003c\/i\u003e, illustrated by Jessica Roux, which has been translated into sixteen languages. She is the author of the much-loved Spin to Survive adventure series, and the Lost Atlases books of myths and legends. Emily spent much of her childhood searching for ghosts, and she's still looking. She lives in rural Hampshire, England, with her husband and two daughters. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJessica Roux\u003c\/b\u003e is a Nashville-based illustrator and plant and animal enthusiast. She loves exploring in her own backyard and being surrounded by an abundance of nature. Using subdued colors and rhythmic shapes, she renders flora, fauna, food, and many other things with intricate detail reminiscent of old world beauty. She is the creator of the bestselling book, \u003ci\u003eFloriography\u003c\/i\u003e and the illustrator of the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestseller, \u003ci\u003eThe Wheel of the Year.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 10.5 x 12.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 03, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50314925965549,"sku":"9780711290976","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0020\/8918\/9441\/files\/W1MdQ3uQA29780711290976.webp?v=1784672091","url":"https:\/\/www.webster.direct\/en-ca\/products\/a-natural-history-of-dragons-hardcover","provider":"Webster.Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}