What also makes this book unique is that michael hague has selected these stories and has given thirtysix breathtaking illustrations of scenes in the stories. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. Great job including enough information to find the book. This tome is a treasure trove of tales and paintings, enough to satisfy the greediest of appetites. Lot 6 michael hague picture books dragons, unicorn alphabet, fairies more pb l1. Born in michael hague is an american illustrator, primarily of childrens fantasy books. The book of wizards by michael hague, hardcover barnes. Read exciting tales of legendary dragons, pore over detailed maps of mythical lands, explore a dragon s treasure hoard and marvel at lavish collections of dragon teeth, talons, scales and eggs. This is a hardbound book in a dust jacket entitled the book of dragons selected and illustrated by michael hague and published by william morrow in 1995. The book has stories and exerpts selected by michael hague, and has been illustrated by him too. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A portion of dragon and chips audiobook by simon haynes. Within these pages are the stories of heroic dragon slayers such as perseus.
Gobber recounts bork the unfortunate who did the original writing of the book. Within these pages are the stories of heroic dragon slayers such as perseus, st. Dragons are famed for their great hoards of treasure, stacked high into the cave walls of their lairs. In addition to a variety of dragons, nesbit writes engagingly about other creatures, from magical ones to nonmagical ones. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. He also illustrated the book of ghosts, where fairies dance, the book of wizards, and the book of fairy poetry as well as wrote and illustrated the graphic novel in the small.
Michael hague has 140 books on goodreads with 501648 ratings. A fine collection of mostly wellknown short stories and excerpts from novels about dragons, including works by j. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. There is the lost flowerfairy thumbelina, the cruel and clever goblins of. The book of dragons, selected and illustrated by michael.
He has selected a number of good stories about dragons traditional fairy tales from andrew lang, a selection from tolkiens the hobbit, two of edith nesbits short stories, and others. Within these pages are the stories of heroic dragon. Michael hague is renowned as the illustrator of many childrens classics, including editions of the wizard of oz, peter pan, the hobbit, and the velveteen rabbit, as well as the book of dragons and the book of pirates. May 01, 2005 this book is perfect for any young person, or person young at heart, who loves dragons. In the great hall, hiccup and friends break the 4th wall and greet the viewer as a new trainer. A collection of short stories featuring dragons, by such authors as italo calvino, kenneth grahame, and elizabeth coatsworth. Michael hague s most popular book is the book of dragons. He pulls out all the stops for this one, using watercolors to present a diverse assortment of winged beasts. One of americas most beloved masters of fantasy has boldly cap. Listen to the complete dragon and chips book series. The book of dragons with dragon drawing signed by michael hague first edition. Books by michael hague author of the book of dragons.
Some are dragon fairy tales that stand on their own. Get the best deals on michael hague when you shop the largest online selection at. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. And so, it is with great pleasure that i recommend the book of dragons by michael hague.
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Lionel, with some help from a hippogriff and none at all from a manticora, finds a way of getting the dragon back into the book, with only slightly singed pages. I strongly recommend it as well and for much the same reasons as i do the book of fairies. The book of dragons selected and illustrated by michael hague. Pdf the book of dragons download full pdf book download. The book of dragons by edited by michael hague used. Lot 6 michael hague picture books dragons, unicorn. Aesops fables by michael hague 2 editions first published in 1999 not in library. Now michael hague, one of americas most beloved painters of fantasy, boldly captures seventeen classic dragon tales. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial. Book of dragons by michael hague 1995, hardcover for.
Michael hague, one of americas most beloved painters of fantasy, boldy captures seventeen classic dragon tales, armed only with the magic of his paintbrush. George, and sigurd, as well as the magical writings of j. George the dragon killer that there is no cause for concern. The people seemed to have stepped out of the pages of early 20thcentury childrens illustrations, but the glowing backgrounds and skies, in deep, rich palettes, mark them as hague. It features many of the marvelous illustrations by that master of fantasy, michael hague, accompanying 17 classic tales of dragons and their prey. The boy who finds the dragon in the cave knows it is a kindly, harmless one, but how can he convince the frightened villagers and, especially, st.
For thousands of years, the legendary dragon has inspired awe and wonder in cultures the world over. East of the sun and west of the moon good, writing on cover and page end, a little wear on one corner. The unicorn alphabet good, cover creases and moderate wear. Michael hague books list of books by author michael hague. A collection of short stories featuring dragons, by such authors as italo calvino, kenneth grahame, and elizabeth coatsworth accessrestricteditem true. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and. He had his unlucky problem but he found purpose in researching the many species of dragons. The book of dragons selected and illustrated by michael. Books ah 8 book boxed set from the worlds largest community of readers. The book of dragons by michael hague 2 editions first published in 2005 not in library. Michael hagues most popular book is the book of dragons.
Nesbit tells eight humorous and imaginative fairy tales about dragons set in modern england or fairy tale kingdoms, all with a modern perspective that both subverts and enjoys the genre. Lewis classic book the lion, the witch and the wardrobe. Read exciting tales of legendary dragons, pore over detailed maps of mythical lands, explore a dragons treasure hoard and marvel at lavish collections of dragon teeth, talons, scales and eggs. The book of dragons is a unique book composed of many different stories, legends, and fables of the awe inspiring dragons. A classic action rhyme by michael hague and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The book of dragons by michael hague book cover, description, publication history. That book does for dragons what this book does for fairies. There are green dragons, red dragons, multiheaded dragons, even dragons that hint of the orient with their long beards and manes. Childrens book of short stories about dragons science fiction. However, because it is cheap, it is slower than other choices. Autographed books by michael hague castlemere books.
To get you started, the teen vikings and gobber the belch introduce you to their primary reference guide, the book of dragons. His illustrated books of poetry, dragons, pirates and fairy tales, are treasures of collectors of all ages. Our cheap used books come with free delivery in the us. Dragon and chips audiobooks listen to the full series. The book of fairies by michael hague, paperback barnes. Book of dragons by michael hague 1995, hardcover for sale. Michael hague also selected and illustrated the book of dragons. My daughter 6 yo and i are reading this book together, and both she and i love it.
Click download or read online button to get the book of dragons book now. A fascinating look at dragons, and how they did live in our past. Michael hague is renowned as the illustrator of many childrens classics, including editions of the wizard of oz, peter pan, the hobbit, and the velveteen rabbit. The book of dragons by michael hague 2005, paperback for. This book is perfect for any young person, or person young at heart, who loves dragons. The book of dragons with dragon drawing signed by michael. Sep 27, 1995 the book of dragons is a unique book composed of many different stories, legends, and fables of the awe inspiring dragons. The lion, the witch, and the wardrobe by cs lewis, illustrated by michael hague. Buy the book of dragons by edited by michael hague, in very good condition. He lives with his wife, kathleen, a frequent collaborator, in colorado springs, colorado.
The boy who finds the dragon in the cave knows it is a kindly, harmless one, but how can he convince the frightened villagers and especially st. Nov 15, 2011 in the great hall, hiccup and his fellow dragon trainers greet you as a new recruit. Pdf the book of dragon download full pdf book download. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. He lives with his wife, kathleen, a frequent collaborator, in. See more ideas about art, illustration and fairy tales. Jul 06, 20 so you want to be a dragon trainer, do you. Nurse, a figure of comfort, has a severe mien in these pictures, which are lush and hyperreal, as is hague s wont. There is a previous owners blindstamp on the title page. May 03, 2005 the book of dragons hague, michael on. The people seemed to have stepped out of the pages of early 20thcentury childrens illustrations, but the glowing backgrounds and skies, in deep, rich palettes, mark them as hague s. The stories are exerpts from a variety of authors, from j.
The book of dragons, selected and illustrated by michael hague, 1995. In his illustrations for this rich and varied collection, a companion to the book of dragons, michael hague, one of americas most beloved painters of fantasy, creates a fabled work that belongs to the fairies. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. A deliciously oldfashioned storybook, delivering just the sort of fantasy hague is best known for.
Among the books he has illustrated classics such as the wind in the willows. Internet archive contributor internet archive language english. Michael hague is known for his gorgeous illustrations of classic childrens literature, and this volume is no disappointment. Prepare yourself for adventure, excitement and training as hiccup, astrid, toothless and gobber tell the legend behind the book of dragons and reveal. Together, you are taken on a tour of the amazing variety of dragon breeds as the young heroes add their new discoveries about handling. Title of autographed, illustrated fantasy genre book. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Dragon books, fantasy books welcome to here be dragons. The book of dragons by edited by michael hague used very.