The Secret History Of Dragons
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The Secret History Of Dragons
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Author : Jessica Renison
language : en
Publisher: Kandour Limited
Release Date : 2008-02
The Secret History Of Dragons written by Jessica Renison and has been published by Kandour Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-02 with Fiction categories.
Presents a fanciful look at the characteristics and habits of eastern and western dragons, with an added section on dragons in mythology and legend.
Slaying The Dragon
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Author : Ben Riggs
language : en
Publisher: Jabberwocky Literary Agency, Inc.
Release Date : 2022-07-19
Slaying The Dragon written by Ben Riggs and has been published by Jabberwocky Literary Agency, Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-07-19 with Business & Economics categories.
Dungeons & Dragons. It’s the fantasy role-playing game first conceived over fifty years ago by the now-legendary company TSR ,which has enthralled millions of devoted gamers around the world for generations. It’s a test of skill, intelligence, audacity, and survival. But no D&D game ever played could compare to the stunning behind-the-scenes melee for power and dominance that was the true story of TSR. Slaying the Dragon chronicles the rise and fall of TSR (Tactical Studies Rules), how the brilliant and wild minds of the legendary Gary Gygax and his co-creator Dave Arneson gave birth to a game that would capture the imagination of outsiders and underdogs throughout the world. From its humble beginnings in the small town of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin to its emergence as a cultural phenomenon, TSR soon spawned an unlikely empire of games and geekdom—with Dungeons & Dragons leading the way—that was decades ahead of its time, inviting both hyper-devoted fans as well as hysteria surrounding the game’s supposed corrupting influence on America’s youth. TSR was in the news, in the money, and on top of the world. But success soon took its toll, with creative control and rivalries within the firm threatening the stability of TSR. Former allies grew apart personally and professionally, and the formerly fun, freewheeling firm founded by a band of misfits collapsed into a desperate struggle for survival. Despite attempts to grow in a changing market, setbacks and management decisions put TSR in a downward spiral in the 1990s which resulted in the company's death and then resurrection by the most unlikely of saviors. With author access to previously unreleased documents and insider stories, and interviews with former TSR employees and associates who witnessed the high-stakes machinations and maneuvering that would eventually seal the company’s fate, Slaying the Dragon is a fascinating, revealing tale of friends turned enemies, success and failure, and loyalty and betrayal that no roll of the die could predict... "Riggs has written a fascinating and dishy account of the business hits and whistling misses of a band of dreamers, writers, artists, and geeks... A must-read for fighters, magic-users, and even bards -- and everyone else, too." — Brad Ricca, Edgar-nominated author of Mrs. Sherlock Holmes and True Raiders"Far from a fluff piece on a beloved hobby, this book goes behind the GM's screen to take a hard-nosed look at the people and circumstances that first gave rise to D&D, then nearly killed it -- twice. Riggs takes you on a roller-coaster from boom to near bankruptcy, but never loses sight of the individuals involved, the good, the bad, and the geeky." — Marie Brennan, Hugo-Award nominated author of the Memoirs of Lady Trent series
The Book Of The Dragontooth
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Author : Michael Green
language : en
Publisher: Running Press Book Publishers
Release Date : 1996
The Book Of The Dragontooth written by Michael Green and has been published by Running Press Book Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Fiction categories.
In a quest that continues in the present day, the artist and mystic Magnalucius records his search for the Perilous Dragontooth and offers clues as to its resting place
The Dragon Legacy The Secret History Of An Ancient Bloodline
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Author : Nicholas de Vere
language : en
Publisher: Book Tree
Release Date : 2004-04
The Dragon Legacy The Secret History Of An Ancient Bloodline written by Nicholas de Vere and has been published by Book Tree this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-04 with History categories.
This book outlines in detail the ancient dragon bloodline, going much further than his previous book, Genesis of the Grail Kings, co-authored with Sir Laurence Gardner. Where did the bloodline come from and what did it mean? Were those who carried it blessed with great powers? What influence did they have on the ancient world? Did elves, fairies and vampires really exist? If so, who were they? This extremely well-researched book reveals many mysteries from our past, including why the actual blood from this bloodline is so important, what kind of magic once existed and how it was lost.
Slaying The Dragon
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Author : Ben Riggs
language : en
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Release Date : 2022-07-19
Slaying The Dragon written by Ben Riggs and has been published by St. Martin's Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-07-19 with Games & Activities categories.
Role-playing game historian Ben Riggs unveils the secret history of TSR— the company that unleashed imaginations with Dungeons & Dragons, was driven into ruin by disastrous management decisions, and then saved by their bitterest rival. "Ben Riggs manages to walk the fine line between historical accuracy and fun about as well as anyone and SLAYING THE DRAGON is equal parts historical accuracy and entertainment. It was an essential read for me while directing and producing the Official D&D documentary but I’d recommend it to anyone regardless of the subject material. It’s a wild and fun ride through the turbulent history of one the most influential brands in our lifetime." - JOE MANGANIELLO Co-created by wargame enthusiasts Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson, the original Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game released by TSR (Tactical Studies Rules) in 1974 created a radical new medium: the role-playing game. For the next two decades, TSR rocketed to success, producing multiple editions of D&D, numerous settings for the game, magazines, video games, New York Times bestselling novels by Margaret Weis, Tracy Hickman, and R. A. Salvatore, and even a TV show! But by 1997, a series of ruinous choices and failed projects brought TSR to the edge of doom—only to be saved by their fiercest competitor, Wizards of the Coast, the company behind the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering. Unearthed from Ben Riggs’s own adventurous campaign of in-depth research, interviews with major players, and acquisitions of secret documents, Slaying the Dragon reveals the true story of the rise and fall of TSR. Go behind the scenes of their Lake Geneva headquarters where innovative artists and writers redefined the sword and sorcery genre, managers and executives sabotaged their own success by alienating their top talent, ignoring their customer fanbase, accruing a mountain of debt, and agreeing to deals which, by the end, made them into a publishing company unable to publish so much as a postcard. As epic and fantastic as the adventures TSR published, Slaying the Dragon is the legendary tale of the rise and fall of the company that created the role-playing game world.
The Dragon Legacy
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Author : Nicholas de Vere
language : en
Publisher: Book Tree
Release Date : 2004
The Dragon Legacy written by Nicholas de Vere and has been published by Book Tree this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Fiction categories.
A collection of essays on the Deresthai culture with accompanying extracts from the Dragon Court archives comprising the official history of the Dragon peoples.
The Book Of The Dragontooth
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Author : Michael Green
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1996-03-01
The Book Of The Dragontooth written by Michael Green and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996-03-01 with Fiction categories.
For centuries, legends of dragons have enchanted & mystified our world. Herein lies the extraordinary account of a pilgrimage through realms both earthly & spiritual, a journey of revelation & self-discovery. Within these pages are the transcribed journals of Magnalucius, a 16th-century artist & mystic who sought the Perilous Dragontooth. Magnalucius weaves a spellbinding tale of arcane secrets, Druidic knowledge, treacherous snares, & Arthurian lore as he attempts to solve an ancient mystery that awaits its conclusion even today. Within this manuscript are the clues you need to discover the resting place of the forgotten Dragontooth. Color illus.
The Secret Lives Of Dragons
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Author : Zoya Agnis
language : en
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Release Date : 2021-10-05
The Secret Lives Of Dragons written by Zoya Agnis and has been published by National Geographic Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-10-05 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
Discover a whole new world of dragons in this beautifully illustrated book on the scaliest of magical creatures. From every detail of their wings to the history of their treasure, you'll learn about famous dragons from around the world. The latest research into dragon culture will be revealed, and you'll meet some incredible dragon leaders along the way. If you thought the world's most famous fire-breathing creatures lived only in myth and fairytale, think again. Dragon researchers will introduce you to amazing beasts from tiny to huge, from sweet to ferocious. Soon you'll be a dragon expert to rival them all!
The Secret History Of Giants
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Author : Ari Berk
language : en
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Release Date : 2008
The Secret History Of Giants written by Ari Berk and has been published by Candlewick Press (MA) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
This lavish exploration of giants touches on folklore and myth, truth and whimsy, ranging from tales of giants in ancient Greece to the Celts and their Green Knight. Includes flaps, booklets, gatefolds, and an elegant tassel. Illustrations.
Seven Breaths Of The Dragon
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Author : Robert St Michael
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2018-06-24
Seven Breaths Of The Dragon written by Robert St Michael and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-06-24 with categories.
Our universe is stranger than we can imagine. Dragons once ruled. Most fled, escaping extinction. Others hid, underground or underwater, biding their time. Dragons will rule the surface again-when humankind destroys itself. In London, 1947, old Mary unearths a letter and foresees the return of long-lost friends. British intelligence asks, are old reports from 1891 true? Did Mary fly in a saucer? What does she know of dragons, space aliens, and shape-shifting reptilians? When Mary's friends arrive-a Gurkha soldier, a British secret agent, and an American scientist-unaged despite a 56-year absence, Mary must decide. Can she face her final great adventure? In India, 1857, psychic-medium H.P. Blavatsky shuns the Great Game between Russia and Britain. When a reptilian tricks her into sparking the Great Rebellion, she flees to mysterious Manipur, where her search for knowledge awakens an ancient dragon god. In Nepal, 1886, teenager Siriman encounters a fiery dragon. He escapes, seeking safety as a Gurkha soldier in the British army in India. Five years later, fate leads Siriman to Manipur-as a pawn trapped in a global conspiracy. In Manipur, 1891, Ethel Grimwood faces fears and rejoins her philandering husband, only to flirt with British officers and a rebellious prince. When a secret society ignites a "little war" in Manipur, the Raj sends the Gurkhas and the fates of Ethel and Siriman intertwine. At disaster's brink, Ethel leads a desperate evacuation. Abandoned, Siriman and the Gurkhas face certain death until a golden-haired "angel" appears in a flying saucer, promising safety-if the Gurkhas will fight... dragons. Read Seven Breaths of the Dragon, The Secret History of the Gurkha-Dragon War, where true-life historical fiction meets science fiction and New Age mysticism, and experience adventure in the tradition of Kipling, Haggard, Doyle, Wells, and Verne.