Mysteries of the Komodo Dragon
The Biggest, Deadliest Lizard Gives Up Its Secrets
By Marty Crump | Publisher: Astra Publishing House
About the book
Scientists discover the secrets of the Komodo dragon. This strange creature inspired myth and legend, luring brave souls into the forests of Indonesia to see if the tales were true. In the end, it attracted scientists, who unraveled the mysteries of how such a remarkable creature could exist, how it uses the deadly germs in its saliva to its advantage, and how those microbes may lead to cures for stubborn diseases. Wildlife biologist and children's writer Marty Crump describes how her friends, colleagues and other scientists tracked, studied, and escaped the Komodo dragon. Her dramatic text, complemented by photographs from key scientists, tells the true story of the world's deadliest lizard.
A portion of the proceeds from this book will go to the Komodo Survival Program.
Editions of Mysteries of the Komodo Dragon
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781590787571
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Scientists discover the secrets of the Komodo dragon. This strange creature inspired myth and legend, luring brave souls into the forests of Indonesia to see if the tales were true. In the end, it attracted scientists, who unraveled the mysteries of how such a remarkable creature could exist, how it uses the deadly germs in its saliva to its advantage, and how those microbes may lead to cures for stubborn diseases. Wildlife biologist and children's writer Marty Crump describes how her friends, colleagues and other scientists tracked, studied, and escaped the Komodo dragon. Her dramatic text, complemented by photographs from key scientists, tells the true story of the world's deadliest lizard.
A portion of the proceeds from this book will go to the Komodo Survival Program.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mysteries of the Komodo Dragon about?
Scientists discover the secrets of the Komodo dragon. This strange creature inspired myth and legend, luring brave souls into the forests of Indonesia to see if the tales were true. In the end, it attracted scientists, who unraveled the mysteries of how such a remarkable creature could exist, how it uses the deadly germs in its saliva to its advantage, and how those microbes may lead to cures for stubborn diseases. Wildlife biologist and children's writer Marty Crump describes how her friends, colleagues and other scientists tracked, studied, and escaped the Komodo dragon. Her dramatic text, complemented by photographs from key scientists, tells the true story of the world's deadliest lizard.
A portion of the proceeds from this book will go to the Komodo Survival Program.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Mysteries of the Komodo Dragon?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Nature, animals, the natural world > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Reptiles and amphibians
Where can I read a sample of Mysteries of the Komodo Dragon?
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Who is/are the Author/s of the book Mysteries of the Komodo Dragon?
Marty Crump
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Mysteries of the Komodo Dragon is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781590787571)
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