Book description
A Visual Feast for Dreamers of All Ages
If you've ever wondered what goes on behind the thunderous roar and sweeping skies of How to Train Your Dragon, this book is your backstage pass. Tracey Miller-Zarneke's The Art of How to Train Your Dragon turns a beloved film into an open window, revealing more than 350 breathtaking illustrations that chart every step from sketchpad to screen.
From the first tentative lines of Hiccup's awkward teenage self-image to the final, gleaming renderings of Berk's dragons in flight, each page feels like a whispered secret. The collection is split into clear sections-character development, world building, and animation-that guide you through the creative journey with ease. You'll see how the gentle-hearted Hiccup was initially drawn as a lanky, awkward hero before evolving into the charismatic leader we love, and how dragons were carefully balanced between fearsome power and endearing personality.
What makes this book truly special is its insider's eye: early storyboards that show the film's narrative twists in their raw form, concept paintings that hint at alternate designs, and commentary from the animators themselves. Even if you're not a fan of the movie, the sheer artistry-rich color palettes, meticulous detail, dynamic poses-will captivate anyone who appreciates visual storytelling.
For fans of the books, the film, or animation in general, this art book is more than a collector's item; it's an invitation to explore the heart and soul behind one of DreamWorks' most iconic tales. A perfect gift for children dreaming of dragons and adults reminiscing about their first Viking adventure, it celebrates creativity with warmth and wonder.
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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