
The Book of DRAGONS - E. Nesbit
List of Illustrations
The Book of DRAGONS
I. The Book of Beasts
II. Uncle James, or The Purple Stranger
III. The Deliverers of Their Country
IV. The Ice Dragon, or Do as You Are Told
V. The Island of the Nine Whirlpools
VI. The Dragon Tamers
VII. The Fiery Dragon, or The Heart of Stone and the Heart of Gold
A charming collection of whimsical tales brings dragons, magical beasts, and curious children together in a world where the ordinary suddenly becomes extraordinary. Each story is illustrated with lively, period‑style drawings that capture the playful spirit of the narration, inviting listeners to picture soaring dragons, mischievous manticoras and hidden treasure‑bearing creatures. The book balances gentle humor with a sense of wonder, making every episode feel like a secret adventure whispered to a wide‑eyed audience.
The opening story follows an unsuspecting boy named Lionel, who is whisked from his brick‑building chores to an unexpected coronation as king. Suddenly surrounded by regal messengers, white‑horse coaches and jubilant townsfolk, he must grapple with royal duties while clinging to the simple comforts of his everyday life. The narrative’s light‑hearted dialogue and vivid descriptions turn a sudden rise to power into a delightful, slightly absurd romp.
Ideal for listeners who love imaginative escapism, the collection offers a dozen short, self‑contained episodes that sparkle with humor, gentle lessons, and the timeless magic of dragons and other fantastical creatures.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (223K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
Nov 29, 2007
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1858–1924
Best known for blending everyday family life with sudden magic and adventure, this classic author helped shape modern children's fantasy. Her stories, including The Railway Children and Five Children and It, still feel lively, funny, and warmly human.
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