Dragonology Tracking and Taming Dragons A GUIDE FOR BEGINNERS

Dragonology Chronicles

by Dugald A. Steer (Editor)

Here is the essential reference for all budding dragonologists - the ultimate companion to the 1-million-copy, #1 national bestseller DRAGONOLOGY!
Inside this deluxe guidebook and model package, readers will find the complete TRACKING AND TAMING DRAGONS, in which preeminent dragonologist Dr. Ernest Drake shares all you need to know to set out on the trail of dragons in the field. Plus, each pack features an easy-to-assemble, lifelike hanging model of the "Draco occidentalis magnus," or European dragon, with a 23-inch wingspan and movable wings!

- Based on the best-selling DRAGONOLOGY
- Silver-foil-embellished cover
- Includes 24-page paperback book and easy-to-make model with gold-foil details
- The book and model are enclosed in a sturdy 10 x 1113/16 book-like case, making it the ultimate companion to DRAGONOLOGY!

Also includes an EXCLUSIVE preview of the next exciting Ology title, PIRATEOLOGY (July 2006):
- Each book will be wrapped with a full-color bellyband that proclaims: Coming July 2006, PIRATEOLOGY. Be the first to solve the riddle and find the treasure! Exclusive Preview and Secret Clue Inside!
- Each book will contain a mysterious envelope containing a letter, along with a fragment of a pirate map and secret code in order to begin the adventure that continues in PIRATEOLOGY!

Genres: Fantasy, Dragons, Fiction, Picture Books, Childrens, Reference, Guides

24 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

Until recently, Dugald A. Steer worked as an author and editor at Templar Publishing. He is the writer behind Candlewick's widely acclaimed New York Times bestsellers, DRAGONOLOGY, THE DRAGONOLOGY HANDBOOK, and EGYPTOLOGY, as well as the forthcoming EGYPTOLOGY HANDBOOK. Dugald has now given up his editorial job to concentrate on writing full-time, especially more books with "ology" in the title. Dugald Steer lives near London and has far less free time than he imagined he would.

Pseudonyms:
Emily Sands
Lady Hestia Evans
Captain William Lubber
Professor Allen Gray
Sir Henry Hardcastle
Marshal Lancelot
Dr. Ernest Drake
Master Merlin

Reviews

[Clare O'Beara · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found this little book in a secondhand shop and did not realise there was supposed to be a model dragon in the package; I have not seen that so can't judge it.
The short book is illustrated to look like aged pages, from an earlier century, and presents the tracks and habitats of various dragon beasts like the lung and wyvern as well as more typical dragons. Some tips for dragon catching are provided, as well as training one (advice is to start from the new hatchling) and we are not left wondering at the many hazards of these pursuits.
I enjoyed the read, but many young readers would like to read an adventure story, and we don't get a narrative of that kind. On the good side, this book would certainly make young readers aware of the tracks they see (other animal tracks are shown too) and might nudge them towards being naturalists of the more usual sort.
This is an unbiased review.

[Lynn Davidson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a book and dragon model set, with instructions for putting together the beautifully detailed cardboard European Dragon to hand from the ceiling. The book - A Guide for Beginners - is very entertaining with fun illustrations, and includes the following:
Contents:
An introduction to Dragon Craft;
Starting Out;
Dragon Habitats;
Tracking Techniques;
How to Catch Dragons;
Learning to Train Dragons;
A Training Regime;
Dragon Training Case Studies;
Appendix I: Dragon Whispering;
Appendix II: A Tracking Journal;
Afterword.

[Robyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a fun sequel to Dragonology, although I was somewhat disappointed with the amount of detail in the actual book. The dragon model included with the book is strong but still simple to put together: now I just need to find somewhere big enough to display it!

[Blue Leprechaun · Rating 4 out of 5]

Didn't get the middle as I got the book second hand.

It has photos of scar and other things that are used to track dragons. So definitely a fun read. A bit lacking compared to other installments but still a great read.

[Christopher · Rating 2 out of 5]

The world of Dragonology shifts a bit with this volume, as budding dragonologists as prompted to closer and more intimately familiar with fire-breathing beasts. The original Dragonology: The Complete Book of Dragons didn't really deal with the possibility of taming or riding a dragon. I blame Anne McCaffrey for making every kid want to ride a dragon.

The real reason for this book though is the model. It is very pretty, very easy to assemble, and looks very nice hanging from a ceiling. Note: the model is designed to hand, not to sit on a shelf. Note 2, your child may turn against the idea of hanging the model since the book warns that it may attract dragons thinking it is a trapped juvenile.

[Theresa · Rating 3 out of 5]

not as good as dragonology, missing many details and pictures

[Evie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like this short book for the pictures and anatomy references, but that's about it. Taming a dragon seems to be the thing nowadays.

[Ruth Pérez de San Macario · Rating 5 out of 5]

DRAGONES. Y tiene una maqueta. Y mola un montón. No sé desde hace cuánto lo tengo pero DRAGONEEEEEEEEES.