Product Description

A thesis of the nature of dragons.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #578887 in Books
• Published on: 1998-03-15
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 144 pages

Customer Reviews

A stunningly illustrated scientific journal of the fantastic
Ever since I saw the film at the age of seven, made it my mission to find the book it was based upon. Unfortunately, it never actually occured to me to check somewhere as obvious as this (and naturally Amazon didn't exist then anyway). Twelve years later I found it at random in an aquantance's house and discovered where she got it - here. I devoured it in one evening, and discovered that this slim volume is one of the most convincing scientific arguments you could possibly have for something so fantastical by nature. I am a lover of fantasy for fantasy's sake, not of proving it as fact. However, after reading this book, I fully believe what he himself said: the existence of dragons is not that plausible at all - but it's every bit as plausible as their non-existence. Believe what you like, this is worth a read - and a look, since Wayne Anderson's sumptuous full colour illustrations are a joy to behold, whether depicting classic fantasy dragons, or the more realistic design of Peter Dickenson's own from a scientific viewpoint. Read it. Be enchanted. Visit the last remnants of the Fantasy Realm, preserved for eternity in it's own little bubble that no one may visit, 'but for the duration of a day-dream or for a flash of inspiration'...

A fruitless end to a life long search
I saw the cartoon when I was just a boy and ever since had made it my mission to find the book of the film I loved so much. Imagine my delight, therefore, when I found the book by Peter Dickinson, here on Amazon.
But this is a warning to all those who are expecting the story, like I was. This is a fascinating book about the myths and legends of dragons and formed the basis of the cartoon. However this is not the story around which the cartoon was based and if you were more fascinated by the story than dragons themselves then unfortunately this is not the book for you

A thoughtful representation of a fantastic creature
Ever since I saw the film as a very small child, dragons have always inspired me in every aspect of my life, and this book is a ray of light in a world of myths. The scientific arguements, backed up by an unswerving belief in dragons, will make you believe that dragons did exist as the author quietly weaves his own dreams into scientific fact. I love this book, as will anyone who ever had a dream or made a wish.