Dragon Lizards of Komodo: An Expedition to the Lost World of the Dutch East Indies - Hardcover

Dragon Lizards of Komodo is a captivating book that takes readers on a thrilling journey to the remote and mysterious island of Komodo in the Dutch East Indies. Written by W. Douglas Burden, a renowned explorer and naturalist, the book chronicles his expedition to the island in search of the legendary Komodo dragon, the world's largest and most fearsome lizard.Burden's account of his adventure is filled with vivid descriptions of the island's rugged terrain, exotic wildlife, and fascinating culture. He takes readers on a journey through dense jungles, across treacherous rivers, and up towering cliffs in pursuit of the elusive dragon.Along the way, Burden encounters a host of other fascinating creatures, including giant monitor lizards, pythons, and wild boars. He also meets the island's indigenous people, the Komodo, and learns about their unique way of life and traditions.Dragon Lizards of Komodo is a thrilling and informative read that will appeal to anyone interested in adventure, natural history, or the mysteries of the natural world. With its engaging narrative and stunning photographs, this book is sure to captivate readers of all ages.1927. If any man with sporting tastes and a real interest in natural history were told that true dragons were still living on a remote, little known island of the East Indies, what would he do? Mr. Burden answers that he would try to make sure that the reports were founded on fact, and then, having satisfied himself, he would begin, a little secretly, perhaps, to lay his plans. This book entails such a journey in search of these true dragons and the expedition launched to find the dragons of Komodo. Handsomely illustrated throughout.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.