Uncover an exciting and magical world where dragons exist with
Discovering Dragons, compiled by a well-respected dracologist and an
authority on archaedracology.
From frigid poles to the blazing equator, from down deep in the
underworld to the stormiest seas and beyond, dragons inhabit every
habitat and niche available. They display mind-bending diversity; some
breathe fire and some haunt the skies. Some have even developed complex
language, communicating through a series of sounds and color pulses in
their skin. Read through the life's work of a dracologist and learn the
biology and cultural significance of dragons. From the dragons that
battled with the Knights of the Round Table to those that grappled with
Greek gods, you will become an expert in dragon lore across Europe,
China, Central America, and elsewhere around the world.
Inside you'll find:
- Marine dragons, ice dragons, arboreal dragons, burrowing dragons,
volcanic lava swimmers, aerial dragons, desert dragons, and more
- Dragon biology, including how to distinguish between wyverns,
amphitheres, wyrms, drakes, dragons proper, faes, cockatrices,
lindwurms, lung dragons, and salamanders
- Dragon anatomy, including how the fire-generation organ system works,
types of scales, feathers, quills, armor plating, horns, claws, teeth,
and more
- Cool features and capabilities: did you know that some dragons possess
sound-dampening wings? Or that others are able to mimic colors and
patterns to better ambush prey?
- Diet, hunting behaviors, and how to avoid becoming a dragon's next
meal
- The appearance and developmental stages of dragon eggs
- And much more!
With stunning illustrations by award-winning artist Julius Csotonyi and
a four-page gatefold poster, you'll get an unparalleled look at these
legendary creatures with Discovering Dragons. Just watch out for
breathing fire!
