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Usborne Story Books
Dragons
32 page picture book
- GenresPicture Books
32 pages, Paperback
First published September 1, 1980
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Christopher Rawson
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Christopher^Rawson writes children's books, and is often associated with Usborne publishing. Also writes under C. J. Rawson
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Christopher Rawson, F.I.C. F.C.S.
Christopher^Rawson writes children's books, and is often associated with Usborne publishing. Also writes under C. J. Rawson
See also:
Christopher Rawson, F.I.C. F.C.S.
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October 4, 2016
Out of all the books my parents bought me during my childhood, very few made the impact that Dragons did to my young mind. Sure, we had Witches and The Usborne Book of Giants, but it was this book that stuck with me as the years went by. With luck, I managed to find it again while cleaning out my Mom's basement and gave it a reread.
Containing a few different stories featuring a variety of dragons, this children's book captures the young reader's mind with stories of intelligence vs brawn, bravery vs the unknown, and trickery and loss. What makes them unique compared to a lot of the books we see today is the violence contained within.
Possibly my favorite page in the entire book was on page 21 with the slaying of the Lambton Worm. Easily the most violent story in the book, this page contains a full page decapitation, something too violent for today's youth it seems. Yet as a kid, I loved the image. Lambton faced what he feared and triumphed. There is a lesson there, and an important one when you look past the violence.
Another thing that makes this book worth it to find is the artwork. Cartwright's dragons are cartoony but remain threatening enough to enthrall children. Even in what would be life threatening situations, the humans in the pictures never seem to be fully in danger. Rather they look surprised, scared, or concerned. There is also a nice helping of cute animals to go around as well, so with each reading, you tend to notice smaller details you may not have seen before.
All in all, I really loved this book as a kid, and as an adult, I appreciate it even more. If you can find an old copy, I suggest you pick it up as it is worth it for future generations. I highly recommend it!
Containing a few different stories featuring a variety of dragons, this children's book captures the young reader's mind with stories of intelligence vs brawn, bravery vs the unknown, and trickery and loss. What makes them unique compared to a lot of the books we see today is the violence contained within.
Possibly my favorite page in the entire book was on page 21 with the slaying of the Lambton Worm. Easily the most violent story in the book, this page contains a full page decapitation, something too violent for today's youth it seems. Yet as a kid, I loved the image. Lambton faced what he feared and triumphed. There is a lesson there, and an important one when you look past the violence.
Another thing that makes this book worth it to find is the artwork. Cartwright's dragons are cartoony but remain threatening enough to enthrall children. Even in what would be life threatening situations, the humans in the pictures never seem to be fully in danger. Rather they look surprised, scared, or concerned. There is also a nice helping of cute animals to go around as well, so with each reading, you tend to notice smaller details you may not have seen before.
All in all, I really loved this book as a kid, and as an adult, I appreciate it even more. If you can find an old copy, I suggest you pick it up as it is worth it for future generations. I highly recommend it!
February 23, 2022
przeczytałam w 5 maks 10 minut całkiem fajna książka.
Baardzo prosty język trzy całkiem ciekawe historie, dla dziecka idealne :D
Baardzo prosty język trzy całkiem ciekawe historie, dla dziecka idealne :D
August 7, 2011
I read this book as a child myself and was really happy to read it to my daughter, who has asked me to read it 3 days in a row at bedtime.
It is a quick read, at 30 short pages, and is simple and nicely presented. A book we both enjoy, which is great.
It is a quick read, at 30 short pages, and is simple and nicely presented. A book we both enjoy, which is great.
March 2, 2019
It's A great starter book to read together with children, much fun for any child who likes the dragon scenario, enjoyable
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