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Dracopedia Field Guide: Dragons of the World from Amphipteridae through Wyvernae
Identify dragons in the wild with the Dracopedia Field Guide !
Have you ever stumbled upon a dragon egg and thought to yourself, "I wonder which type of scaly beast will burst forth from this delicate and dappled shell?" Well, wonder no more. This fantasy field guide is required reading--and required packing--for both budding and expert dragon enthusiasts. Don’t leave home without it.
This comprehensive and elucidating manual identifies the dragons of the world from Amphipteridae through Wyvernae. Each genus of dragon is meticulously chronicled--from winged Coatyls and Sea Orcs to itty, bitty Feydragons to fire-breathing Great Dragons--then broken down into additional subsets to help you discover what sets these magnificent creatures apart. Uncover the biology, history, behavior and habitat of each stunning and primeval beast through written and illustrated descriptions.
Each dragon specimen entry includes the following important information for fast and easy
• Size
• Weight
• Visual descriptors, including color, distinguishing marks, wings, horns, beaks, etc.
• Habitat
• Diet
• Conservation status
• Common names
Dracopedia : The gold standard for dragon enthusiasts everywhere!
Have you ever stumbled upon a dragon egg and thought to yourself, "I wonder which type of scaly beast will burst forth from this delicate and dappled shell?" Well, wonder no more. This fantasy field guide is required reading--and required packing--for both budding and expert dragon enthusiasts. Don’t leave home without it.
This comprehensive and elucidating manual identifies the dragons of the world from Amphipteridae through Wyvernae. Each genus of dragon is meticulously chronicled--from winged Coatyls and Sea Orcs to itty, bitty Feydragons to fire-breathing Great Dragons--then broken down into additional subsets to help you discover what sets these magnificent creatures apart. Uncover the biology, history, behavior and habitat of each stunning and primeval beast through written and illustrated descriptions.
Each dragon specimen entry includes the following important information for fast and easy
• Size
• Weight
• Visual descriptors, including color, distinguishing marks, wings, horns, beaks, etc.
• Habitat
• Diet
• Conservation status
• Common names
Dracopedia : The gold standard for dragon enthusiasts everywhere!
160 pages, Hardcover
Published May 14, 2019
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June 2, 2019
I have to shamefacedly admit that I have no idea if this belongs to a world of computer games or fantasy books. It's about dragons and has beautiful art of course I had to have it. *lol*
This field guide has 13 chapters, each one dedicated to one dragon race:
- Amphiptere
- Asian Dragon
- Sea Orcs
- Fey Dragon
- Great Dragons
- Drake
- Hydra
- Basilisk
- Arctic Dragon
- Wyrm
- Coatyl
- Dragonette
- Wyvern
Thus, the book basically covers any variation known from any form of fantasy book, game or movie / TV show and even makes the assumption that some other reptilian-like creatures are sub-species of dragons as well (which I found interesting).
Every chapter then goes on to describe a certain number of dragons belonging to the respective species by giving a full-colour drawing or two, sometimes also sketches of anatomical details, as well as information on the animal's history, size, behavior, habitat etc.
It's definitely for lovers of anything dragon, which I happen to be, and I must say that I not only loved the art but also couldn't find the difference between what the original artist had already created and what had been drawn by his replacement (the original artist suddenly and unexpectedly died).
Really cool artwork all around that makes you enjoy the hour or two you spend learning about these animals (and remembering the different books one read that had some of them).
May 12, 2019
Dracopedia Field Guide
Dragons of the World from Amphipteridae through Wyvernae
by William O'Connor is a book I requested from NetGalley and the review is voluntary. This book is amazing! It makes it seem as if all these dragons and subspecies of dragons are real. Each species and subspecies has it's own section explaining where it lives (complete with a world map), size, habitat, diet, image of eggs, if it is endangered or not, how to recognize it, and gorgeous illustrations! This is for EACH of the many creatures in here! The imagination is unbelievable brilliant and the images are stunning! This is truly an impressive book! I plan to purchase this book myself! I am a big Dragon lover and this covers so much!
Dragons of the World from Amphipteridae through Wyvernae
by William O'Connor is a book I requested from NetGalley and the review is voluntary. This book is amazing! It makes it seem as if all these dragons and subspecies of dragons are real. Each species and subspecies has it's own section explaining where it lives (complete with a world map), size, habitat, diet, image of eggs, if it is endangered or not, how to recognize it, and gorgeous illustrations! This is for EACH of the many creatures in here! The imagination is unbelievable brilliant and the images are stunning! This is truly an impressive book! I plan to purchase this book myself! I am a big Dragon lover and this covers so much!
May 22, 2019
This is type of book which convince you to buy paperback or hard cover editions because digital medium is simply not enough to show it's true beauty....
My only regret is the book 'expired' before I can finish it since netgalley allows you to borrow it for only limited days....still I enjoyed a lot while I had it.
My only regret is the book 'expired' before I can finish it since netgalley allows you to borrow it for only limited days....still I enjoyed a lot while I had it.
March 21, 2021
Atât de minuțioase sunt informațiile din acest atlas încât chiar îți dorești ca lumea dragonilor să existe și astfel de animale maiestuoase și pline de caracteristici uimitoare să fie printre noi (desigur, cu excepția celor care sunt periculoase pentru oameni!)! Am privit cu atenție ilustrațiile foarte exacte, hărțile, informațiile și m-am mirat de imaginația fantastică a autorului și de amănuntele pe care le-a oferit despre dragoni. Unii au legătură inclusiv cu România, dar despre asta zilele următoare...
Nu știu dacă e neapărat un album pentru copii, ci mai degrabă Atlasul Dragonilor stârnește imaginația adulților, pasionați de diferiți dragoni ieșiți din imperiile filmelor văzute și cărților citite. Sau celor care își aduc aminte de fabulos album Catafabule al celor de la Phoenix (phoenix care își are propria caracterizare în carte).
Nu știu dacă e neapărat un album pentru copii, ci mai degrabă Atlasul Dragonilor stârnește imaginația adulților, pasionați de diferiți dragoni ieșiți din imperiile filmelor văzute și cărților citite. Sau celor care își aduc aminte de fabulos album Catafabule al celor de la Phoenix (phoenix care își are propria caracterizare în carte).
April 27, 2019
Awesome!! I would have love this book so much as a kid!! This is an encyclopedia about every species of dragons. I include marvelous artwork lot of facts about where to find those dragons, how they hatch, weight, height, and more. It does what it says so and done it perfectly!
March 9, 2021
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Întâi am răsfoit „Atlasul Dragonilor” cu uimire de copil care pătrunde într-o lume pe care o considera secretă, am mângâiat paginile și am trecut de la o imagine la alta în căutare de asemănări și diferențe între creaturi. Apoi am pus ochelarii de adult și am comparat anvergura aripilor, zona de răspândire, elementele de recunoaștere, habitatul și hrana preferată, denumirile alternative și starea de conservare a dragonilor din cartea lui O’Connor.
Întâi am răsfoit „Atlasul Dragonilor” cu uimire de copil care pătrunde într-o lume pe care o considera secretă, am mângâiat paginile și am trecut de la o imagine la alta în căutare de asemănări și diferențe între creaturi. Apoi am pus ochelarii de adult și am comparat anvergura aripilor, zona de răspândire, elementele de recunoaștere, habitatul și hrana preferată, denumirile alternative și starea de conservare a dragonilor din cartea lui O’Connor.
May 28, 2019
This was such an awesome book. The pictures are stunning and the information had enough detail to satisfy my inquisitive son. I think when it's bound as a book it would look amazing on your shelf and it's one you would pick up from time to time just to look at the dragons. My son and I loved it.
May 14, 2019
This is such a great book! The art is beautiful, and I love all the information about various kinds of dragons. Great book for fantasy lovers of all ages!
Thank you Netgalley and publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!
Thank you Netgalley and publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!
May 27, 2019
“Have you ever stumbled upon a dragon egg and thought to yourself, “I wonder which type of scaly beast will burst forth from this delicate and dappled shell?” Well, wonder no more. This fantasy field guide is required reading—and required packing—for both budding and expert dragon enthusiasts. Don’t leave home without it!”
Thank you to F+W Media IMPACT Books for a free digital edition via NetGalley of William O’Conner’s ‘Dracopedia Field Guide’ in exchange for an honest review. It is currently available in ebook format and will be released in hardback on 31 May.
The subtitle ‘Dragons of the World from Amphipteridae through Wyvernae’ sums up the content. It is the fourth and sadly last of the late O’Conner’s Dracopedia series. While I previously had not heard of his work in chronicling these rare creatures I am now very keen to explore it further.
The illustrations are stunning. Many are in colour as well as black and white sketches. O’Conner also provides copious notes on various aspects of each of the dragon sub-species. Just wonderful!
The publishers note at the start that due to O’Conner’s untimely death ‘Dracopedia Field Guide’ was completed with the assistance of a number of artists. Their contributions are listed at the end of the text.
Reading this on the Kindle app wasn’t the best option as it tended to split up the larger images though their colours and details remained breathtaking. However, I did check out the Kindle sample and there were no formatting issues with the images in the final version.
I loved this so much and have preordered the hardcover edition. Highly recommended for all lovers of fantasy and dragons. I also feel that this would be a perfect choice for libraries.
Thank you to F+W Media IMPACT Books for a free digital edition via NetGalley of William O’Conner’s ‘Dracopedia Field Guide’ in exchange for an honest review. It is currently available in ebook format and will be released in hardback on 31 May.
The subtitle ‘Dragons of the World from Amphipteridae through Wyvernae’ sums up the content. It is the fourth and sadly last of the late O’Conner’s Dracopedia series. While I previously had not heard of his work in chronicling these rare creatures I am now very keen to explore it further.
The illustrations are stunning. Many are in colour as well as black and white sketches. O’Conner also provides copious notes on various aspects of each of the dragon sub-species. Just wonderful!
The publishers note at the start that due to O’Conner’s untimely death ‘Dracopedia Field Guide’ was completed with the assistance of a number of artists. Their contributions are listed at the end of the text.
Reading this on the Kindle app wasn’t the best option as it tended to split up the larger images though their colours and details remained breathtaking. However, I did check out the Kindle sample and there were no formatting issues with the images in the final version.
I loved this so much and have preordered the hardcover edition. Highly recommended for all lovers of fantasy and dragons. I also feel that this would be a perfect choice for libraries.
April 28, 2019
Originally published on my blog: Nonstop Reader.
Dracopedia Field Guide is a new guide to dragons and wyverns based on the great naturalist field guides of the Victorian era. Expected release date 7th May 2019, it's 160 pages and will be available in hardback and ebook formats. Written and illustrated by William O'Connor (sadly no longer with us), it is full of witty details from the 'stained' flyleaf with Dewey decimal accession number and tea splashes and Latinized author credit, to the dragon range maps and Linnaean nomenclature in the encyclopedia.
The book is stunningly illustrated. The additional details, from egg characteristics for the different species and uses of different dragons for travel and warfare, as well as field sketches on locomotion and anatomy, are wonderful and so realistic.
I received an eARC of the book in Kindle format and experienced some issues with viewing on an eReader (Kindle Oasis 2017 version). There were no observable issues on a color monitor or tablet. There is a contributor list at the end of the book with credits to the artists who stepped in to help complete the project on Mr. O'Connor's untimely passing.
This would make a superlative selection for a school or public library, for fantasy gamers, speculative fiction readers, all ages, and anyone who has longed to see dragons on the wing above them.
Five stars, beautiful book.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes
Dracopedia Field Guide is a new guide to dragons and wyverns based on the great naturalist field guides of the Victorian era. Expected release date 7th May 2019, it's 160 pages and will be available in hardback and ebook formats. Written and illustrated by William O'Connor (sadly no longer with us), it is full of witty details from the 'stained' flyleaf with Dewey decimal accession number and tea splashes and Latinized author credit, to the dragon range maps and Linnaean nomenclature in the encyclopedia.
The book is stunningly illustrated. The additional details, from egg characteristics for the different species and uses of different dragons for travel and warfare, as well as field sketches on locomotion and anatomy, are wonderful and so realistic.
I received an eARC of the book in Kindle format and experienced some issues with viewing on an eReader (Kindle Oasis 2017 version). There were no observable issues on a color monitor or tablet. There is a contributor list at the end of the book with credits to the artists who stepped in to help complete the project on Mr. O'Connor's untimely passing.
This would make a superlative selection for a school or public library, for fantasy gamers, speculative fiction readers, all ages, and anyone who has longed to see dragons on the wing above them.
Five stars, beautiful book.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes
April 1, 2020
This is my second review for a book by the late William O’connor, his Dracopedia books are a door to a vast and fantastical land full of all types of dragons from around the world.
The book is divided into 13 chapters, each one focusing on individuals from a specific genre of dragons: Amphiptere, Asian Dragon, Sea Orcs, Feydragon, Great Dragons, Drake, Hydra, Basilisk, Artic Dragon, Wyrm, Coatyl, Dragonette and Wyvern. Each specie has a scientific name and detailed information on its anatomy, habitat, distribution, diet, behavior, history, etc.
It was so much fun to read this book! I got so inspired to create my own original dragon species. It’s like watching discovery channel, but about dragons! a real field guide. You get all the facts and numbers plus gorgeous illustrations and dragon lore. William O’connor makes them feel so real, so part of this world, that I almost feel the urge to fly to the Tibetan mountains and get a glimpse of the majestic -and critically endangered- Cathaidaus jingshenlongus, which measures around 3m and lives in snow-covered mountainous areas.
If you like dragons, drawing, painting, creating original characters or just enjoying the lore and fantasy about it, I would highly recommend this and the rest of Dracopedia books. Absolutely inspiring for all ages.
**As some of you might know, Impact books was part of F+W Media which is no longer. Such a pity, I loved their books so much! What that means is that you might not find this book anymore unless you get a used copy. This book is worth the hunt tho. You can also get kindle version. **
The book is divided into 13 chapters, each one focusing on individuals from a specific genre of dragons: Amphiptere, Asian Dragon, Sea Orcs, Feydragon, Great Dragons, Drake, Hydra, Basilisk, Artic Dragon, Wyrm, Coatyl, Dragonette and Wyvern. Each specie has a scientific name and detailed information on its anatomy, habitat, distribution, diet, behavior, history, etc.
It was so much fun to read this book! I got so inspired to create my own original dragon species. It’s like watching discovery channel, but about dragons! a real field guide. You get all the facts and numbers plus gorgeous illustrations and dragon lore. William O’connor makes them feel so real, so part of this world, that I almost feel the urge to fly to the Tibetan mountains and get a glimpse of the majestic -and critically endangered- Cathaidaus jingshenlongus, which measures around 3m and lives in snow-covered mountainous areas.
If you like dragons, drawing, painting, creating original characters or just enjoying the lore and fantasy about it, I would highly recommend this and the rest of Dracopedia books. Absolutely inspiring for all ages.
**As some of you might know, Impact books was part of F+W Media which is no longer. Such a pity, I loved their books so much! What that means is that you might not find this book anymore unless you get a used copy. This book is worth the hunt tho. You can also get kindle version. **
June 16, 2025
It turns out that this is the last “Dracopedia” book, because the author/illustrator died before this one came out. Most of them are drawing books, with bits of information somewhat in the style of “Dragonology”; this one is much more “Dragonology”-ish, in that it isn’t at all drawing instructions, but instead, well, a field guide. It tells you the different kinds of dragons, their habitats, and how they differ from one another.
It’s great fun! If you like dragons, which of course any reasonable person would, you will find a lot of interesting stuff here. You can try to figure out why he designs dragons in certain ways in certain regions and imagine how these creatures behave. Unlike “Dragonology” which assumes something like a secret history, this one is a full-on alternate history. In this version, people have lived alongside dragons for a long time. In some cases, they’ve domesticated certain subspecies, which is a cool thought! It makes me wonder if they take the place of other species.
There is actually one place where the how-to draw thing comes up, but it’s described as being a way to illustrate how the legs move. I thought that was a cool little Easter egg.
The editing here is not always fantastic–there are a handful of things that stood out. At one point the text says ‘defunded’ when it should say ‘defended’--very different words! The formatting is also a bit weird: usually, a paragraph and topic is all on one page, but every now and then it’s not, and threw me off.
It is a great little dragon book, though, and it makes me want to look up the rest of the “Dracopedia” books again (though I already have the first on my shelf).
It’s great fun! If you like dragons, which of course any reasonable person would, you will find a lot of interesting stuff here. You can try to figure out why he designs dragons in certain ways in certain regions and imagine how these creatures behave. Unlike “Dragonology” which assumes something like a secret history, this one is a full-on alternate history. In this version, people have lived alongside dragons for a long time. In some cases, they’ve domesticated certain subspecies, which is a cool thought! It makes me wonder if they take the place of other species.
There is actually one place where the how-to draw thing comes up, but it’s described as being a way to illustrate how the legs move. I thought that was a cool little Easter egg.
The editing here is not always fantastic–there are a handful of things that stood out. At one point the text says ‘defunded’ when it should say ‘defended’--very different words! The formatting is also a bit weird: usually, a paragraph and topic is all on one page, but every now and then it’s not, and threw me off.
It is a great little dragon book, though, and it makes me want to look up the rest of the “Dracopedia” books again (though I already have the first on my shelf).
June 2, 2019
This is like an encyclopedia of dragons and related creatures, treated totally seriously and giving not only size and colour information, but native area, natural habitat, diet and everything you would expect of any encyclopedia of animals.
It goes much further than just differentiating between a Dragon and a Wyvern, but explains creatures less familiar like Amphipteres and Jormundganders, Sea Orcs and Hydras.
I'm not sure of the authority for some of the 'facts', but I suspect a combination of established mythology and gaming manuals.
Explaining the relationships with some recognisable mythological creatures like the Cockatrice adds interest.
The artwork is fantastic. The pre-release Kindle copy doesn't display it to best effect, but I downloaded the PDF version to see it in full color. This is a book worth getting in hard copy for the art alone!
An excellent resource for any Fantasy fan's library.
It goes much further than just differentiating between a Dragon and a Wyvern, but explains creatures less familiar like Amphipteres and Jormundganders, Sea Orcs and Hydras.
I'm not sure of the authority for some of the 'facts', but I suspect a combination of established mythology and gaming manuals.
Explaining the relationships with some recognisable mythological creatures like the Cockatrice adds interest.
The artwork is fantastic. The pre-release Kindle copy doesn't display it to best effect, but I downloaded the PDF version to see it in full color. This is a book worth getting in hard copy for the art alone!
An excellent resource for any Fantasy fan's library.
May 9, 2020
This review was long overdue. I am sorry that it took so long.
We read books (and watch movies) like Harry Potter, The Hobbit, Eragon and The Game of Thrones and what do they have in common?
Dragons, of course! And if you are like me, you would want to know more about their types and characteristics much like the real life creatures. And Dracopedia Field Guide is just the book for you!
As an artist and a fantasy fan/writer, this was such a useful as well as enjoyable read. The illustrations were amazing. This guide will help in writing about these amazing fantasy creatures more accurately. Who doesn't love dragons?
From Asian dragons to Jormungander, Imperial dragons to the Hydra - this guide has everything you need to know about dragons. If you love reading about these creatures like I do, you need this book ASAP!
Thank you @netgalley for the e-copy, although I would urge you to buy the physical book where the illustrations would be clearer and less cumbersome to zoom and open.
We read books (and watch movies) like Harry Potter, The Hobbit, Eragon and The Game of Thrones and what do they have in common?
Dragons, of course! And if you are like me, you would want to know more about their types and characteristics much like the real life creatures. And Dracopedia Field Guide is just the book for you!
As an artist and a fantasy fan/writer, this was such a useful as well as enjoyable read. The illustrations were amazing. This guide will help in writing about these amazing fantasy creatures more accurately. Who doesn't love dragons?
From Asian dragons to Jormungander, Imperial dragons to the Hydra - this guide has everything you need to know about dragons. If you love reading about these creatures like I do, you need this book ASAP!
Thank you @netgalley for the e-copy, although I would urge you to buy the physical book where the illustrations would be clearer and less cumbersome to zoom and open.
May 1, 2019
I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I've seen William O'Connor's artwork everywhere, but I never found the time to sit down and pick up one of his art books. When I saw this book offered up on NetGalley, I knew I needed to read it. The art is spectacular, and this would make a great coffee table book for any dragon enthusiast. The different types of dragons were outlined well, and this had a non-fiction feel to it. My one complaint about it was that it read a little slow. It felt almost like homework to read simply because of the textbook feel that it had. I would have liked it more if I thumbed through it instead of sitting down and reading it cover to cover.
All in all, this is the ultimate book for dragon enthusiasts.
I've seen William O'Connor's artwork everywhere, but I never found the time to sit down and pick up one of his art books. When I saw this book offered up on NetGalley, I knew I needed to read it. The art is spectacular, and this would make a great coffee table book for any dragon enthusiast. The different types of dragons were outlined well, and this had a non-fiction feel to it. My one complaint about it was that it read a little slow. It felt almost like homework to read simply because of the textbook feel that it had. I would have liked it more if I thumbed through it instead of sitting down and reading it cover to cover.
All in all, this is the ultimate book for dragon enthusiasts.
July 8, 2025
Excelente guia sobre dragones en la que se presentan diversos tipos de dragones en función de su especie o raza, y en la que se detallan aspectos acerca de los hábitats que frecuentan, características, dimensiones y elementos a los que son afines. Adjunta ilustraciones bellísimas de William O'Connor, uno de los mejores dibujantes de dragones de la historia, y del cual siempre es un placer contemplar cualquiera de sus obras. En esta Dracopedia tenemos la oportunidad de ver una gran variedad de dragones, guivernos, dracos, wyrms, etc. dibujados por él. Es un libro casi obligatorio para todo fan de estas criaturas mitológicas.
May 6, 2019
It was good that they have this book to give more information on the dragons in the book. I did not read the book, but the pictures are actually sliced and they did not look good. Maybe because i am nearly using a Kindle app to read the ARC that is why the picture is not good. But the dimension of the picture should at least change when the font is lessen. I am sorry if it seems unfair, but I was not really happy on how the pictures turned out. I would love to see the actual book but for now. I have to say that
March 12, 2024
My adult daughter loves dragons. She wanted a book that had color images and information and not just childlike illustrations. We are big dungeons and dragons fans and players, besides loving dragons, and this just adds to the theit amazing world. I really looked at a lot of books before deciding on this one, and I'm so glad that I did and chose this one.
This one is amazing, and I'm totally blown away and love the book. It's a must for any dragon lovers, artists, designers, dnd, and for your reference library. Buy one as a perfect gift and one for yourself.
This one is amazing, and I'm totally blown away and love the book. It's a must for any dragon lovers, artists, designers, dnd, and for your reference library. Buy one as a perfect gift and one for yourself.
May 3, 2019
Art is incredibly stunning and resourceful! I love how there's info on the biology, history, behavior and even locations of all the dragons! It is so well written that it feels like I'm reading an actual science books about animals.
It's making me want to pick up my pencil and try to draw some these awesome dragons. Im loving every page and now I want the physical copy.
//May you rest in peace.//
Digital copy was provided by Netgalley for an honest review.
It's making me want to pick up my pencil and try to draw some these awesome dragons. Im loving every page and now I want the physical copy.
//May you rest in peace.//
Digital copy was provided by Netgalley for an honest review.
August 28, 2019
Outside of a few typos (such as a 500 foot long drake), this is THE field guide for dragon enthusiasts. Now when you go on a hike through your favorite swamp, you will be able to identify every wyrm and hydra--providing they don't eat you first.
It is a shame this learned author is no longer with us. The world of dragons and their fans was forever brightened by his scholarship.
It is a shame this learned author is no longer with us. The world of dragons and their fans was forever brightened by his scholarship.
June 19, 2019
The artwork in this book is beautiful and I love the tidbits about myth and the scientific look at dragons.
December 23, 2019
I used mainly for writing reference but it was really pretty and really hope I can come back to it just for fun
February 7, 2020
Superb and awesome drawings of every dragon! The description of their anatomy, habitat and routine for each creature.
January 26, 2022
I wished there would be lineage, and how dragons are related to the rest of the animal kingdom.
Want to read
December 26, 2022Gift~Christmas 2022
April 10, 2024
THIS. IS. SO. GOOD.
By *far* the best book on dragons I have ever encountered. It covers such a broad amount of them, and in amazing detail. I highly recommend.
By *far* the best book on dragons I have ever encountered. It covers such a broad amount of them, and in amazing detail. I highly recommend.
December 4, 2025
Mi primer libro de O'connor, que buena guía de campo, bastante completa, las imágenes y los datos son excelentes.
June 2, 2019
I was sent a arc of this book via Netgalley in exchange for a honest review.
This is a beautiful book! There are so many different types of dragons, it makes them feel like they really could be out there. I love how he included them in the real world and our history. I think the best thing about this is the illustrations, they are stunning! So much detail and you can really feel the passion that went into them. This type of book needs to be read in physical form to be truly enjoyed.
If you or anyone you know is a dragon fan this is a must have!
This is a beautiful book! There are so many different types of dragons, it makes them feel like they really could be out there. I love how he included them in the real world and our history. I think the best thing about this is the illustrations, they are stunning! So much detail and you can really feel the passion that went into them. This type of book needs to be read in physical form to be truly enjoyed.
If you or anyone you know is a dragon fan this is a must have!
May 11, 2023
Beautiful and amazing book! I’d love to one day create a modern-day D&D campaign based off of this book. I always liked the idea of these types of books purely about world-building, and the idea of dragons being normal and integrated into modern society and culture, and being treated normally by everybody is such an interesting concept! Loved to read this book again
April 25, 2019
This is a must have if you're a fantasy fan.
I loved the wonderful illustrations and the fascinating texts.
Highly recommended!
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
I loved the wonderful illustrations and the fascinating texts.
Highly recommended!
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
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