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  Monsterology

  The Complete Book of Monstrous Creatures

  by Ernest Drake

  A second major volume by the esteemed Dr. Drake—a lavish exploration of fantastical beasts, from yetis to unicorns. Do krakens really lurk below the ocean waves? Do griffins command the air above? In a fascinating new discovery sure to rival the ground-breaking DRAGONOLOGY, the intrepid Dr. Ernest Drake turns his inquisitive gaze from dragons to other so-called mythical creatures.
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  Wizardology

  The Book of the Secrets of Merlin

  by Dugald Steer, Anne Yvonne Gilbert

  A dazzling compendium of all things magical--and wise teachings from Master Merlin for aspiring wizard apprentices! Originally discovered in 1588, this remarkable text by history's most respected wizard is revealed to the world for the first time. Lavishly illustrated, WIZARDOLOGY is intricately designed and includes a series of hidden symbols that spell out a secret message when the code is deciphered.i am a... (more)
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  Egyptology

  Search for the Tomb of Osiris

  by Emily Sands

  A new discovery from the publishers of DRAGONOLOGY! Discover the wonders of ancient Egypt through a fascinating journal from a lost expedition--a treasure trove of fact and fantasy featuring a novelty element on every spread. Egypt is full of excitement and history if you like either one of them you'll love Egyptology.
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  Pirateology: The Pirate Hunter's Companion (Ologies)

  by Dugald Steer, Helen Ward, Anne Yvonne Gilbert

  Ahoy, OLOGISTS! A new discovery from the publishers of DRAGONOLOGY, EGYPTOLOGY, WIZARDOLOGY...PIRATEOLOGY! Found in a sunken sea chest off the coast of Newfoundland, a buried journal revealing secret and complete knowledge of the piratical life! This facsimile of the hidden-in-sea-chest journal from 1723, recording the secrets of famed pirate hunter Captain William Lubber, tells of Lubber’s around-the-world voyage... (more)
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  Dragonology

  The Complete Book Of Dragons

  by Ernest Drake

  For true believers only, a lavishly illustrated reproduction of a legendary volume by the world’s most distinguished dragonologist. Don’t let it fall into the wrong hands! Do you believe in dragons? Now, for the first time, the long-lost research of renowned nineteenth century dragonologist Dr. Ernest Drake is presented in all its eccentric glory, happily bridging the gap between dragon legend and fact. The... (more)
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  Mythology

  by Hestia Evans

  Presenting the newest discovery in the series with the Midas touch—a mythical exploration fit for the gods. In the early nineteenth century, an English nobleman embarked on a tour of the sites of ancient Greece. He brought as his guide a primer on Greek myths written by his friend Lady Hestia Evans, a devotee of Lord Byron who had recently taken the same voyage. In the true Romantic spirit, Lady Hestia’s book was... (more)
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  Oceanology

  by Dugald Steer

  Follow the fascinating journey of Captain Nemo and explore the ocean’s wonders, both real and imagined ... or are they? What if a sixteen-year-old assistant traveled aboard the storied Nautilus, the narwhal-shaped submarine of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea? And what if he were the sole survivor of the ill-fated voyage and went on to relay his adventures to a certain . . . Jules Verne? Find this brave young man’s... (more)
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  Spyology

  by Spencer Blake

  A spy reveals startling secrets and carries out a breathless mission—in an astonishing guide that takes the 'Ologies to a new level. The year is 1958, and British spy Spencer Blake, aka "Agent K," is on an undercover mission to expose a deadly criminal organization. As he traverses the globe with his American and Soviet cohorts—from Scotland to Berlin to Las Vegas to Cuba—he furtively records his secret techniques... (more)
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  Wizardology Handbook (Ologies)

  by Dugald Steer

  The ultimate companion to the best-selling WIZARDOLOGY -- an indispensable handbook for would-be wizards everywhere. Calling all aspiring wizards! Do you know the appropriate tools (including flattery) to have on hand should you encounter a Western wizard? Have you memorized the spell for summoning a unicorn familiar? Can you follow the steps for releasing magical powers in a lump of rock or piece of... (more)
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  The Dragonology Handbook: A Practical Course in Dragons (Ologies)

  by Dugald Steer

  Do you want to make dragons your life's work? Do you want to dedicate yourself to protecting and conserving the earth's remaining dragons? If so, Dr. Drake needs you! The indispensable DRAGONOLOGY HANDBOOK: A Practical Course in Dragons is your path to becoming a certified Dragonologist and a member of the S.A.S.D. (Secret and Ancient Society of Dragonologists).
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  Vampireology

  The True History of the Fallen

  by Archer Brookes, Gary Blythe

  Explore (if you dare) the true history of the Fallen Ones — and follow the fate of a 1920s investigator lured by a beauty with violet eyes. Long before the term vampire was born, long before Bram Stoker fictionalized this being’s ways, blood-drinking demons were banished to Earth by Michael’s host of Angels, or so the Bible describes. Now this rich, mesmerizing resource, written in 1900, sheds light on what... (more)
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  Alienology

  this is a stupid book
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  A Field Guide to Dragons

  by Dr. Ernest Drake

  Twelve intriguing mini models in the most deluxe field guide yet — an irresistible hands-on resource for devoted dragonologists! Even skilled dragonologists need special preparation to study in the field. What if an unfamiliar species should approach? Now an impressive guide highlights nineteen different dragon species, many seen here for the first time. Focused on species from the obscure tree-climbing monkey... (more)