Dragonolia: 14 Tales and Craft Projects for the Creative Adventurer
By (Author) Chris Barnardo
Skyhorse Publishing
Skyhorse Publishing
3rd November 2015
United States
Children
Fiction
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Handicrafts
823.92
Hardback
96
Width 191mm, Height 241mm, Spine 15mm
558g
"This intriguing, imaginative, ingenious and extremely quirky book is a must for dragon lovers of all ages." - Reviewed by Creative KidsTales
Dragonolia is a storybook with a difference. Discover 14 charming tales, where each one is intertwined with anexciting craft project enabling the reader to relive the amazing adventures of Sir Richard Barons, the famous19th century dragon hunter.
Learn how to make an antique-lookingBox Frame while reading about the tale of the Mischievous Mink; orperhaps you might like to find out how to easily craft the fabulous Wizards' Wand that brought the dying dragon,Angeline, back to life at the last minute; or even make a reallifeDreamcatcher to hang above your bed as youfollow Sir Richard Barons into the Brazilian jungle on the trail of the Celestial Dragon Spirit to cure his niece ofthe horrible nightmares she suffered after she banged her head falling off her horse.
The stories, written in an imaginative Victorian style befitting of the great adventurer, fit perfectly round theiraccompanying craft projects, which being beautifully laid out in simple, easy-to-followsteps, ensure a trulyimmersive and rewarding experience for the reader and listener alike.
Chris Barnardo has worked in the fields of graphic design and product development and is a named inventor on more than 25 patents for items from cheese packaging to advanced credit card displays. He currently lives in Essex, England.