LoveReading4Kids Says
LoveReading4Kids Says
This author and illustrator have produced handsome volumes of illustrated Scottish legends and folktales, here they turn their attention to dragon tales from across the world, in stories that are elegantly told and compelling.
This is a wonderfully varied collection with water dragons, feathered serpents, even a seven-headed fire-breathing dragon and, equally enthralling, some sharp young people to stand up to them.
Theresa Breslin is an accomplished storyteller and Kate Leiper’s illustrations are wonderfully vivid and dramatic, especially the full-page ones. A treasury indeed.
Andrea Reece
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An Illustrated Treasury of Dragon Tales Synopsis
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.
An essential addition to any dragon lore collection, and a wonderful gift for dragon lovers the world over.
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9781782509103 |
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19th September 2024 |
| Author: |
Theresa Breslin |
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Kate Leiper |
| Publisher: |
Floris Books |
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Hardback |
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161 pages |
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About Theresa Breslin
Theresa Breslin O.B.E. is the popular, critically-acclaimed author of over 50 books for children and young adults and winner of many literary prizes including the prestigious Carnegie Medal. Her work has been adapted for television, stage, and radio, and is translated worldwide.
Theresa is an Honorary Fellow of the Association of Scottish Literary Studies, has received an Outstanding Achievement Award from Scottish Book Trust, and was appointed an OBE for Services to Literature. She lives near Glasgow, Scotland, is passionate about children's literature and literacy and a regular visitor at book festivals and schools. Theresa is the author of An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales, An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Mythical Creatures and An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Castle Legends illustrated by fine artist Kate Leiper. Her numerous historical books for children include Mary Queen of Scots: Escape from the Castle and Illustrated Legends of Scotland's Kings and Queens, published by Floris Books.
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