An Illustrated Treasury of Dragon Tales
Stories from Around the World
Theresa Breslin author Kate Leiper illustrator
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Floris Books
Published:19th Sep '24
Should be back in stock very soon
From shape-shifting water dragons to sun-eating serpents -- let imagination take flight and discover the dragons of the world.
In this lavish volume of tales, Carnegie Medal-award-winning children's author Theresa Breslin expertly retells stories inspired by dragon myths and legends from around the globe. Whether fearsome or friendly, each fantastical creature is brought to life with exquisite illustrations by Kate Greenaway Medal-longlisted artist Kate Leiper.
Uncover buried treasure with the three dragons of Russia's Peterhof Palace, battle the deadly dragon of Colchis with Jason, hero of Ancient Greece, explore Japan's underwater kingdoms with a dragon princess, and discover how a brave boy becomes the legendary dragon god of Yucatán, Mexico.
Showcasing some of the world's most captivating dragon legends for children, this stunning book, from the creators of the Illustrated Scottish Treasuries Collection, will be cherished for a lifetime.
'A magical voyage of dragon diversity.'
-- Scott Gustafson
'These are tales of wonder, tales of beauty, tales of adventure... Illustrated in glorious, full colour detail, Kate Leiper has found a way to make sure that each story retains its unique dragon and give them personalities to bring them off the page.'
-- Armadillo
'The illustrations, created with chalk pastel, ink and watercolour, are detailed and epic and capture the energy of these fantastical creatures... A wonderful illustrated gift anthology.'
-- JUNO Magazine
'Elegantly told and compelling... Theresa Breslin is an accomplished storyteller and Kate Leipers illustrations are wonderfully vivid and dramatic, especially the full-page ones. A treasury indeed.'
-- LoveReading4Kids
Praise for Theresa Breslin and Kate Leiper:
'A sublime collection.'
-- the Guardian on An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales
'Simply stunning.'
-- Catherine Rayner on An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Castle Legends
'Captivating and beautifully told.'
-- Julia Donaldson on An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Mythical Creatures
ISBN: 9781782509103
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 992g
168 pages