Copyright Date:
2005
Edition Date:
2005
Release Date:
09/13/05
Pages:
1 v. (unpaged)
ISBN:
0-7636-2895-6
ISBN 13:
978-0-7636-2895-6
Dewey:
Fic
LCCN:
2005924559
Dimensions:
31 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
ALA Booklist
(Sat Oct 01 00:00:00 CDT 2005)
A WARNING: Wizardology is not a subject to be pottered with. Heed the example of Dr. Faustus . . . So opens this timely, elaborately packaged companion to Dragonology (2003). Students of the magical arts courageous enough to read on will find eye-opening disquisitions on wizardly garb and wands, types of spells, the care and feeding of familiars, uses for gryphon earwax and other substances, plus picture galleries of magical beasts and renowned wizards. In addition, there are pull tabs with magical effects, attached booklets, a phoenix's feather, a scrap of Fairy Flag, and more--all sandwiched between crystal gems embedded in the front and rear covers. Four illustrators contribute elaborately detailed creatures, symbols, and views of a wizard's workshop to this surprisingly sturdy production. Be bold.
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Word Count:
8,044
Reading Level:
7.5
Interest Level:
5-9
Accelerated Reader:
reading level: 7.5
/ points: 1.0
/ quiz: 103895
/ grade: Middle Grades
Reading Counts!:
reading level:6.5 /
points:5.0 /
quiz:Q37572
Lexile:
IG1180L
Aspiring wizards can tune in to the age-old wisdom of Merlin with this dazzling compendium of all things magical, unveiling novelty elements throughout.
For any apprentice determined to learn the arcane arts of wizardry, could there be a better teacher than . . . Merlin himself? Originally discovered in 1588, this remarkable text by history's most respected wizard is revealed to the world for the very first time. Lavishly illustrated by four delicate artists, Wizardology's intricate design even conceals a series of hidden symbols that spell out a secret message when their code is deciphered — if the reader is clever enough to find them.
Among Wizardology's special features are:
— a glittering crystal ball-like jewel on the front cover
— a world map showing locations of wizards around the globe
— tactile samples of a "fairy flag" with one wish remaining and a phoenix feather to aid in flying charms
— booklets explaining the proper use of spells, familiars, and potions
— a removable dragon pendant allowing the user to dowse for mythical beasts
— a pack of eight removable fortune-tellling cards
— a 48-page mini book of divination on the final spread