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Dragonology: The Complete Book of Dragons

Contributor(s): Drake, Ernest (Author), Steer, Dugald A (Editor), Various (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9780763623296

Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)

Hardcover
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Pub Date: October 13, 2003

Dewey: 398.2454

LCCN: 2003107581

Lexile Code: 1220

Features: Illustrated, Maps, Price on Product

Target Age Group: 08 to 12

Physical Info: 0.90" H x 12.00" L x 10.30" W ( 1.95 lbs) 32 pages

Series: Ologies

Accelerated Reader® Info

Quiz #:0000080683 ( Dragonology: The Complete Book of Dragons)

Reading level: 8.20

Interest level: MG

Point value: 2.0

Descriptions, Reviews, etc.

Description: This magical volume presents the long-lost research of 19th-century dragonologist Drake. Full color.

Review Quotes: It is simply irresistible. . . . This book is a feast for the eyes and will draw teens like a magnet.
--Voice of Youth Advocates

This book will be hugely attractive to children.
--School Library Journal

In addition to the clever text and persuasive illustrations by Helen Ward, Douglas Carrel and Wayne Anderson, the interactive book includes an insert on dragon script, a mini-book of dragon riddles and a glass dragon eye bound into the back cover.
--Publishers Weekly

Dragonologists, both amateur and academic, will hail Dr. Drake's lavishly illustrated, 'rediscovered' guide.
--Booklist

A handsome, dryly tongue-in-cheek volume. . . . All in all, a delightful treatment for readers fascinated by dragons.
--Booklist

What single gift once engrossed my three boys so much that they stopped opening Christmas presents -- I swear -- for a full 15 minutes? A gorgeous compendium called DR. ERNEST DRAKE'S DRAGONOLOGY: THE COMPLETE BOOK OF DRAGONS.
--FamilyFun

A fictional scientist's exhaustive reference guide to the fantastic reptiles. Who knew that dragon dung is a skin tonic?
--People Magazine

DRAGONOLOGY: THE COMPLETE BOOK OF DRAGONS is the perfect first volume for the budding Dragonologist. . . . This book is a terrific way to engage any young reader while encouraging their interests in the colorful and captivating world of fantasy.
--Boston Herald

This one is a real bang for the buck and will keep any dragon-fascinated kid enthralled for days.
--Philadelphia Inquirer

As lush a book as any this season . . . this is the perfect gift . . .
--Tampa Tribune Times

A beautifully illustrated, coffee-table-sized book that will provide hours of pleasure.
--Seattle Times

Packed with ornate borders, exquisite watercolor pictures and detailed line drawings, this oversized treasure is made for children but is bound to please even the oldest dragon lover.
--Bristol Herald Courier

Do you believe in dragons? After reading [Dragonology] you probably will!
--Newsday

This thoroughly engaging book . . . offers readers maps, classifications, explanations of dragon biology and physiology, useful spells and charm, a detailed list of the requirements of a dragonological laboratory, and more.
--Book Links

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--Napa Valley Register.com

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