Journey into the realm of dragons, where these mighty creatures of passion and grace reign supreme
By Paolo Barbieri
Illustrated by the award-winning fantasy artist Paolo Barbieri, the noble cast of dragons featured in Llewellyn's 2025 Dragon Calendar are sure to breathe new life into your year.
Majestic and dignified, proud and imposing, these creatures emanate power and wisdom. Connect to their dynamic energy every day with this handsome twelve-month wall calendar. In addition to inspiring art, this annual includes US, UK, and Canadian holidays and moon phases.
Dragons have long held a prominent place in myths and legends across various cultures, captivating the human imagination with their awe-inspiring power and mystique. In Western mythology, dragons are often depicted as fearsome, fire-breathing creatures, guarding treasures and laying waste to villages. These dragons, like the ones in medieval European folklore, symbolize chaos and evil, frequently serving as the ultimate adversaries for heroic knights. The tale of Saint George and the Dragon is one of the most famous examples, where the valiant saint slays a dragon to save a princess and a kingdom, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil.
In contrast, Eastern mythology often portrays dragons as benevolent and wise beings, embodying natural forces and cosmic balance. In Chinese culture, dragons are revered as symbols of power, strength, and good fortune. They are believed to control water, rainfall, and floods, playing a crucial role in agriculture and prosperity. The Chinese dragon, or "Long," is often depicted as a serpentine creature with a long, sinuous body, adorned with scales and often possessing a pearl of wisdom. These dragons are celebrated in festivals, most notably the Dragon Boat Festival, which honors their legacy and significance in Chinese tradition. Similarly, in Japanese and Korean mythology, dragons are seen as water deities and protectors, further highlighting their positive and revered status in Eastern cultures.
English | Annual - Calendar | 24 pages | 12 x 12 x 1 IN
Product Code:
LL-9780738768939
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Approximate Size (Inches): 1.00 wide x 12.00 deep x 12.00 high
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Approximate Shipping Weight: 1.00 lbs.