Book description
A Tale That Breathes New Life
Cressida Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon is more than a children's book; it's the spark that ignited a worldwide franchise, now celebrated by over seven million readers and immortalized in blockbuster films. From the very first page, Cowell invites us into the rugged world of the Hairy Hooligans, where bravery is measured by the size of one's heart-and the strength of their dragon.
Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III, the book's quiet protagonist, defies expectations by treating dragons not as beasts to be tamed but as allies to understand. Cowell's humor shines through every mishap-whether Hiccup accidentally burns his own hand or misreads a dragon's mood-making the story accessible to both kids and adults who appreciate witty satire. The narrative pacing is brisk, keeping readers on their toes with cliffhangers that feel earned rather than contrived.
Illustrations by the original artist add a layer of charm, capturing the vibrant personalities of each dragon. This edition's cover art, inspired by the upcoming live-action adaptation, breathes fresh energy into the classic tale. The bonus short story is a delightful extra, offering a glimpse into Hiccup's world beyond the main plot.
What truly sets this book apart is its universal message: true strength lies in empathy and courage rather than brute force. Cowell crafts a narrative that encourages readers to question norms and embrace differences-an evergreen lesson for all ages.
Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering the series for the first time, How to Train Your Dragon delivers action, laughter, and heart. It's a modern classic that will keep you turning pages long after the dragon's roar fades.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience