The Book of the Dragon by Judy Allen and Jeanne Griffiths

The dragon drifts his way through the art and mythology of the ancient and modern worlds like a recurring dream. And dreamlike, his forms and attributes change, from East to West and from age to age. He doesn't exist, and yet he features in ancient cosmology and western medieval romance; the alchemists used him as a symbol; early travellers insisted that they saw him and drew his images on maps; and psychologists analysed his impact on the human mind.

Dragons: The Modern Infestation by Pamela Wharton Blanpied

Pre-medieval dragons are a staple of Western culture, familiar through bestiaries, folklore and the framework of meaning provided by the church. Dragons of the Modern Infestation, however, must be known through a scientific term: verminology. The purpose of this monograph is to make available to the general public the fruits of verminological research which began shortly after the first modern sightings, in the hope of fostering a better understanding of the risks inherent in dragon/human contact, and a deeper appreciation of the beauty and complexity of these beasts.

Dragon of the Alchemists by Frederick Carter

Carter shows the reader that the relation of all myth and religious revelation to alchemy and astrology can only be maintained if all are examined in the common terms of psychology, then it will be found that a clearer connection manifests itself amongst them. He also maintains that the symbol is a peculiar force in the unconscious mind is accepted by psychologists, yet a limited and pathological quality is attributed to it.

Serpent Myths of Ancient Egypt by William Ricketts Cooper

In The Serpent Myths of Ancient Egypt, William Ricketts Cooper focuses on the serpent myth and ideology in ancient Egypt and how it applies to the Ritual of the Dead. He supports his study with copious illustrations showing the two aspects of the serpent: protector and destroyer. A group discussion with the themes of the serpent in history and myths of other cultures is included in the appendix, as well as lists of names of serpents and serpent deities and their epithets applied in the Ritual of the Dead.

The Flight of Dragons by Peter Dickenson

Dragonology by Ernest Drake and Dugald Steer

Dragons by Peter Hogarth

Do we dare believe in dragons? Here is a lively, lavishly illustrated history of the friend/foe who has played such a significant role in the cultural development of the Near and Far East, classical antiquity, the Dark Ages, the Renaissance, and events of modern times.

A Diversity of Dragons by Anne McCaffrey

Anne McCaffrey is as renowned for her knowledge of dragons as she is for her New York Times bestselling novels. In this beautifully designed hardcover, McCaffrey focuses her attention on the fantastical creature's existence throughout history. Her words are complemented by the stunning color portraits by John Howe, noted for his success with several J.R.R. Tolkien calendars and maps.

Dragons, A Natural History Karl Shuker

For millennia, few animals have fascinated mankind more than dragons. But until now, no rigorous survey has captured them in all their glorious variety. Dragons: A Natural History is that survey...a one-of-a-kind book, bringing these captivating creatures to life with lavish illustrations and vivid commentary. This marvelous compendium will take you on a journey that begins with the earliest serpent dragons and continues to the present day.

British Dragons by Jacqueline Simpson

"Most say there are no dragons" - but this has never stopped poets, artists, story-tellers and musicians from exploiting the fascination these mythical beasts exert on the human imagination. Jacqueline Simpson gathers and examines the material to be found in folk tales in England, Scotland and Wales, together with folk customs using the dragon.

The Evolution of the Dragon by Grafton Elliot Smith

The dragon myth did not really begin to develop until an aging king refused to be slain, and called upon the Great Mother, as the giver of life, to rejuvenate him. Her only elixir was human blood; and to obtain it she was compelled to make a human sacrifice. Her murderous act led to her being compared with and ultimately identified with a man-slaying lioness or cobra.