Dragons

They appear in ancient myths from around the world. The ultimate figure of power and destruction, dragons surely reside only in fairy tales and the pages of novels like The Hobbit. But if this is so, how can we explain the sighting of "dragons" by people like the explorer Marco Polo and the ancient Greek historian Herodotus? Take a remarkable journey into the myths and legends of dragons. Ancient art and writings reveal the many sightings and stories that have propelled the legend of these awesome beasts through the ages. Meet scientists who contend that "dragons" were in fact real, now-familiar beasts, and others who suggest a more incredible explanation. Could dragons have actually existed, and could they still remain hidden in some remote corner of the earth? The latest research, astonishing expert interviews and stunning art from around the world combine in DRAGONS.

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