The Dragon Seekers

Author: Christopher Mcgowan
Publisher:
ISBN: 0786747684
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 274

Book Description
Against the backdrop of the Industrial Revolution, an extraordinary circle of fossilists struggled to make sense of a mysterious, prehistoric world--a world they had to piece together from the fossilized and often fragmentary remains of animals never before seen. In this transporting, seamlessly written book, Christopher McGowan takes us back to a time when geology and paleontology were as young and vibrant as genetic engineering is today. The nineteenth-century pioneers of these new disciplines were an eccentric lot, from different social classes and sexes, with a range of motivations in fossil hunting. These "Dragon Seekers" sought to persuade a populace raised on a literal interpretation of Genesis that the ground they walked was once a very frightening and unfamiliar place. A sweeping narrative history, The Dragon Seekers shows how these remarkable characters forever changed our interpretation of the world and its inhabitants.

Seekers of the Wild Realm

Author: Alexandra Ott
Publisher: Aladdin
ISBN: 1534438580
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 400

Book Description
Fablehaven meets How to Train Your Dragon in this action-packed fantasy about a young boy and girl who become reluctant allies when caring for a baby dragon—the first in brand-new duology! Twelve-year-old Bryn has always dreamed of becoming a Seeker, just like her dad. Only the Seekers are allowed to journey from their small village into the fantastical, untamed wilderness of their island known as the Wild Realm. Once there, they obtain magical items for the village and use magic to protect and heal the incredible creatures native to the Realm. When one of the elderly Seekers retires, leaving a vacant position, Bryn knows this may be her chance. There’s just one problem: Only boys have ever been Seekers. And the training master makes it clear he will not be training a girl. But then Bryn’s biggest rival for the Seeker position, a boy named Ari, shows up at her door. He reveals the baby dragon he’s been hiding, and the two strike a deal—if Bryn helps care for the dragon, Ari will share all his training with her. Even as the two bond over their love of magical animals and their secret trips into the Wild Realm, Bryn doesn’t completely trust Ari’s motives. Especially as she suspects Ari may know more than he’s letting on about the enemy clan stirring up unrest in their village. When all these secrets come to a head and the stakes are at their highest, Bryn realizes it’s up to her to save her family…and the Realm.

Dragon Seeker

Author: Anne Forbes
Publisher: Floris Books
ISBN: 1782500782
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 236

Book Description
A powerful magician. A magic sword. And a valley full of dragons ... Evil magician Lord Jezail has unearthed the terrible sword, Dragonslayer, from the depths of Edinburgh Castle, where it has lain buried for centuries. But the sword has its own agenda — to seek out and slay dragons. Ensnared by its magic, Lord Jezail sets out to kill Arthur, the wonderful red dragon who lives under Arthur's Seat, and attack the fabled Valley of the Dragons. As the World of Magic finds itself on the brink of war, human children Neil and Clara join forces with witches, wolf people and magicians to stop Lord Jezail, the Dragon Seeker. Can friends and enemies unite to save their world from destruction?

Kin Seeker

Author: Naomi Ruth Eccles-Smith
Publisher: Dragon Calling
ISBN: 9780648342939
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 244

Book Description
The dragons have vanished. Corruption spreads across the lands. Will his quest for answers come too late to stop an imminent calamity?The dragons have mysteriously vanished from the lands of Valadae--except one. With no memory of his past, or what happened to his kin, Laeka'Draeon begins the daunting quest for answers, aware that time and unknown perils are against him.If the dragons fail to return and restore the waning magic of the legendary towers of Klonnoth Aire, the consequences could bring about the return of an ancient and devastating enemy.The fate of the allied kingdoms lies under a darkening shadow, and only Laeka'Draeon can bring back the light.

Talking to Dragons

Author: Patricia C. Wrede
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780152046910
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 292

Book Description
The second two volumes of Patricia C. Wrede's beloved, bestselling Enchanted Forest Chronicles!

The Last Calling

Author: Naomi Eccles-Smith
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780648342960
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description

X-Venture CHRONICLES OF THE DRAGON TRAIL - Fire And Ruin Lindworm

Author: Clay
Publisher: Kadokawa Gempak Starz Sdn Bhd
ISBN: 9672341911
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 158

Book Description
Sent to the storm-sodden Gulf of Tripola, Yuna joins the Dragon Seekers as they seek to solve a meterological mystery! Driven to distraction by the loss of the Codex Draconica, Master D' Vinci fears the worst between the Dark Dragons and the Nightfold Empire, who stands to gain? With the search on for the 7 Great Dragons, can our heroes prevent FIRE AND RUIN?

X-Venture CHRONICLES OF THE DRAGON TRAIL - The Draconic Peril Pilatus

Author: Clay
Publisher: Kadokawa Gempak Starz Sdn Bhd
ISBN: 9672315937
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 158

Book Description
With the undying heart of the Gudwood tree stolen, the peace between dryads and dragons came to a calamitous end! Defying their chieftess's orders, Lambo and his trusty pal. Adou, seek potential saviours, only to find Rain, Sean, and Stone! With the Dragonfort fallen, our would-be-heroes eagerly seek to salvage some pride, even if they must risk it all in the face of THE DRAGONIC PERIL!

Legend of the Realm

Author: Alexandra Ott
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1534438629
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320

Book Description
Bryn, Ari, and their dragon Lilja discover a sick baby gyrpuff and join the rest of the Seekers in trying to determine if a dreadful plague has returned--and if human forces brought it back.

Build the Dragon

Author: Dugald A. Steer
Publisher: Silver Dolphin Books
ISBN: 1626867143
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 30

Book Description
Explore the mythical world of dragons, find out what makes these fearsome creatures legendary, and build a 3-D dragon model with wings that flap! Enter the fantastic world of dragons with this engaging and interactive introduction to the legendary world of dragons. Learn about the myths and legends of Eastern and Western dragons and become an expert at identifying the different species that are said to have existed around the world. The illustrated 32-page guidebook covers everything from dragon anatomy to how they move, what they eat, and how some fly and breathe fire! Finally, take the opportunity to bring a European dragon to life by building an impressive, large-scale model, complete with a wind-up motor to make his wings flap. Kids ages 7 and up will enjoy this fantastical dragon adventure!