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Joe Nigg - All books by this author Why keep a dragon? There are many reasons. What else can protect your treasure . . . impress your friends . . . make diamonds out of coal . . . work as a model for coats of arms . . . heat your home? Kids who enjoy whimsy will be delighted by this beautifully illustrated owner’s manual for dragon fanciers. It tells about the wide range of different dragons available, the characteristics of each, and the equipment and supplies that every dragon owner should have on hand. (For instance, a fire extinguisher.) The book is a fanciful blend of dragon lore and colorful art, the latter including diagrams of parts of winged and non-winged dragons, portraits of sea serpents, depictions of Asian dragons, and many others. More than 250 color illustrations in all. Here’s a book that’s fun from first page to last. (Ages 9 and older) From the reviews: “These inviting, clearly written biographies are packed with information….these titles offer plenty of facts for report writers.” —School Library Journal, November 2006 “This intriguing guide starts out by asking the important question: Should you own a dragon? Well duh! … Dragon-owning is a timeless art, and How to Raise and Keep a Dragon is a delightful, encyclopedic exploration of all things dragon. … It rivals Dinotopia in imagination, although How to Raise and Keep a Dragon is more of a guidebook than storybook. The durable cover features a standard Western dragon with a ruby ‘jeweled’ eye. Your customers will snap this up for a favorite nephew or other young dragon lover.” —New Age Retailer, 2006 “Younger teen readers ages twelve to fourteen will be enthralled by this book. The illustrations of the various dragon breeds are superb and give off the illusion of reality….If one is looking for a lighthearted, entertaining addition to the collection, look no further.” —VOYA (Voice of Youth Advocates), Jonatha Master, October 2006 About The Author: Joseph Nigg is a writer, editor, and an artist who lives and works in Denver, Colorado. He is an expert on mythological animals and has written several previous books on the subject, including The Book of Dragons and Other Mythical Beasts (ISBN 0-7641-5510-5) published in North America by Barron’s. He has taught at several colleges and universities. (0764159208) Hardcover / 128 Pages / 7 1/2 x 9 3/4 / 2006 | ||
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