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Dragon Lizards of Komodo: An Expedition to the Lost World of the Dutch East Indies

Dragon Lizards of Komodo: An Expedition to the Lost World of the Dutch East Indies

Burden, W. Douglas

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesSoutheast AsiaSoutheast Asian History

ISBN10: 1161394699
ISBN13: 9781161394696
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 288
Weight: 2.11
Height: 0.69 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Dragon Lizards of Komodo is a captivating book that takes readers on a thrilling expedition to the lost world of the Dutch East Indies. Written by W. Douglas Burden, the book follows the author and his team as they journey to the remote island of Komodo in search of the legendary Komodo dragon lizard. The book is a fascinating account of the expedition, detailing the challenges and dangers faced by the team as they navigate the rugged terrain and hostile wildlife of the island. Along the way, readers will learn about the history and culture of the Dutch East Indies, as well as the biology and behavior of the Komodo dragon lizard.Burden's writing is vivid and engaging, painting a vivid picture of the lush forests, rugged cliffs, and exotic creatures that inhabit the island. The book is also filled with stunning photographs and illustrations that bring the story to life.Overall, Dragon Lizards of Komodo is a must-read for anyone interested in adventure, exploration, and the natural world. It is a thrilling and informative book that will transport readers to a lost world filled with wonder and danger.1927. If any man with sporting tastes and a real interest in natural history were told that true dragons were still living on a remote, little known island of the East Indies, what would he do? Mr. Burden answers that he would try to make sure that the reports were founded on fact, and then, having satisfied himself, he would begin, a little secretly, perhaps, to lay his plans. This book entails such a journey in search of these true dragons and the expedition launched to find the dragons of Komodo. Handsomely illustrated throughout.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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