What if there was but one dragon left in the world? What if dragons were more than just imaginary creatures? What if long ago they soared through our skies? And what if there was only one dragon left? Where might it hide from our machines, from our technology, from us? And where would it go if it spread its wings for one last flight? New York Times bestselling writer Robert Burleigh and Harry Potter artist Mary GrandPre answer these questions by taking us on one last great journey into the starry night. Read this book with a child and wait for the inevitable moment when he looks to the sky . . . and wonders.
This deluxe edition features twenty-four brand new illustrations by Stefano Martino, Álvaro Sarraseca, Andres Ponce, and German Ponce in an intricately designed, foil stamped hardcover! The Templar order, once the sworn protectors of the Circle of Magi, are murdering and burning mages across the land. Seeking haven with the Grey Wardens, elf mage Valya joins a caravan to Weisshaupt. There, she stumbles onto an ages-old secret diary from the infamous end of the Fourth Blight once belonging to Isseya, another elven mage and fierce Grey Warden. Valya falls into her tragic story, learning that the griffon caretaker's dreams of protecting Thedas from the ever-encroaching threat led to a perilous decision. Isseya's tale winds deep into Valya's heart, and now the fate of Thedas may also rest in her hands.
Combining fact with fantasy and science with romance, Peter Dickinson, an award-winning novelist, sets out to prove that dragons really did exist, whilst Wayne Anderson's illustrations bring these creatures to life.
The Last Dragon of Steeple Morden is an incredible story of survival. Chicagos Top Fighter Pilot in World War II is shot down, deep behind German lines, in the apocalyptic twilight of the war. What happens over the subsequent two weeks tests the young pilots resolve to survive and affirms mankinds propensity for severe brutality as well as its overwhelming capacity for compassion in the face of death. One of the most fantastic aspects of this story is that it is all true.
The prime Dragon Stone seems to be dying, and that means that the connection between the dragon masters and their dragons is also fading, so the six dragon masters must located the hidden stone, and learn what is causing the problem before their telepathic connection is completely gone.
Master storyteller Jane Yolen and celebrated fantasy artist Rebecca Guay (Swamp Thing; Magic: The Gathering) weave a textured and lyrical tale of adventure, homelands, and heroism the hard way. Two hundred years ago, humans drove the dragons from the islands of May. Now, the last of the dragons rises to wreak havoc anew - with only a healer's daughter and a kite-flying would-be hero standing in its way.
The newly crowned King Arthur has yet to win the support of the people. Merlin must do something before the king is betrayed, or murdered, or--worst of all--gets married. So Merlin creates a trick: a sword magically placed into a slab of rock that only Arthur can withdraw. Then he lets it be known that whosoever removes the blade will rule all of England, and invites any man who would dare, to try to pull out the sword. But then someone else pulls the sword out first. . . .
The Last Dragon: In a world where dragons were once hunted to extinction, a young boy named Li Wei discovers a dragon egg and secretly raises the hatchling, Zhàoyán. As Zhàoyán grows, so does the threat of the Kòngyǐngshīs, a cult seeking to control dragon power. Their leader, Yun, is revealed to be the spirit of a traitorous dragon. The Dragon Chronicles: It is an epic fantasy series that intricately weaves together the fates of humans and dragons in a world where these magnificent creatures are both revered and feared. Set against a backdrop of political intrigue, ancient magic, and sweeping landscapes, the series delves deep into the complexities of power, loyalty, and the delicate balance between tradition and progress. In this richly imagined world, dragons are not merely beasts of legend but pivotal players in the unfolding drama. Their ancient wisdom and formidable strength make them both allies and adversaries to the human kingdoms. The series paints a vivid picture of a society where the old ways of dragon-riders and sorcerers clash with the emerging forces of innovation and change. The Dragon Chronicles is more than just a tale of adventure; it is a profound exploration of the human condition, set in a world where the line between myth and reality is tantalisingly blurred. With its intricate plot, richly developed characters, and breathtaking world-building, this series promises to captivate readers and transport them to a realm where magic is real, and the stakes are nothing less than the fate of the world.
