A beautifully illustrated guide to the world's most terrifying and legendary dragons, with magical stories, maps, interesting facts, and accounts of close encounters. Discover the myths and legends surrounding these formidable creatures. See them in their natural habitats, hiding in the swamps of West Africa or guarding their treasures in caves in Europe. Read exciting stories of good and evil dragons, including the story of Princess Thanakis of Africa and the epic legend of Assipattle and the giant sea dragon. The beautifully illustrated map pinpoints the locations of dragons around the world, while special pages take a closer look at the characteristics, dwellings, and sightings of dragons. From the astonishing Chinese dragon with its long snake-like body to the seven-headed Herensuge of the Basque Country in Spain, this captivating collection of dragon facts and stories will take you on a mythical quest to discover everything you need to know about these majestic beasts.