Ashley DeKirk

I would absolutely recommend this book to anyone interested in dragons and their place in history. The first section of the book seems a little more like an appendix to me, but it is an excellent resource as it includes all different types of dragons from all over the world, giving details on each. This alone was quite an education. I had no idea there were so many individual types or that they covered all continents- even Africa, North America, and South America.

The second section gives a show more sampling of some of the legends that give us our modern idea of what a dragon is. I wish that these stories were a little more in depth, but I appreciate that the author has chosen to go for quantity instead.

The third section looks at dragonlore in the modern world, examining stories in modern fantasy. It also includes a handy list for further reading.

Finally, DeKirk writes about the zoological basis for dragons, both in prehistoric and modern times.

This is definitely a book that gives the reader a general picture and jumping off point for a more complex study of dragons. It also is a good advertisement for the Grey School of Wizardry, where DeKirk teaches more in-depth classes about dragons. show less

This was my first Grey School book. In the earlier 2000s, I had no idea that Grey School was a real institution that had classes and gatherings. I legitimately thought it was just a fictional school like Hogwarts. Pretty alright book over dragons if you ask me. It covers various species of dragons by geographical location, old legends and popular dragon characters in media, and also includes nonfictional animals (like dinosaurs and modern reptiles) that inspire dragon stories. One chapter is show more actually nothing but someone's 40 page original story which I wasn't too into since I was more for the informational text surrounding the dragon's place in history in previous chapters.
Overall good resource concerning dragons. The encyclopedia format is text heavy with some charming art spread throughout the book. show less

Oberon Zell Presents Dragonlore:
From the Archives of the Grey School of Wizardry
by Ash "LeopardDancer" DeKirk

When it comes to understanding dragons, this book is an absolute Godsend. I was able to find out about dragons from different regions, along with cool pictures. I was also able to learn about types of dragons, and their colors too. There was even the history and legends surrounding the winged serpents, and sea serpents.

This exceptional encyclopedia of dragon lore was very well laid show more out. There was a lot of information presented and I could have got very lost, but because of the author's compassion and aforethought I was able to go directly to sections of interest to me. I would recommend this treasure to anyone curious about or drawn to dragons and the essential part they have played in man's evolution. Thanks Ash, for sharing them with us.

Love & Light,

Riki Frahmann show less