Book of the Dragon, The - Softcover

Ciruelo

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1454901195 ISBN 13: 9781454901198

Publisher: Sterling, 2012

Synopsis

In stunning illustrations and spellbinding text, visionary artist Ciruelo reveals the secrets of the wondrous creatures known as dragons. In paperback at last, The Book of the Dragon describes draconic types, from Earth Dragons, Water Dragons and Fire Dragons to the legendary Golden Dragon and illuminates a fascinating culture filled with poetry, magic and art. Complete with tales of such mythic heroes as Perseus and Hercules, this singular volume brings the power and mystique of dragons to glowing life.

About this title

Product Description:

'Written after careful study of ancient manuscripts and patient following of the dragons' trail throughout the world', this book begins by describing - and illustrating in Ciruelo's fantastical paintings - the physiology, habitats and various types of dragons, then goes on to examine their role in culture and customs and retell the classic legends - from the dragons' perspective. Age 8+

About the Author:

Ciruelo was born in 1963 in Argentina. He works for prominent publishers in the US and Europe, creating fantasy art for book covers, prints, calendars and more. He lives with his wife, Daniela and their children, Angelo and Lys, in Sitges, a quaint and magical town near Barcelona on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.

About this edition

• Publisher: Sterling
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1454901195
• ISBN 13: 9781454901198
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144