The Origins of Dragons

How did the dragon become one of humanity’s most enduring creatures of legend?

In The Evolution of the Dragon, G. Elliot Smith explores the tangled roots of dragon mythology, tracing connections among sacred animals, water, divine power, and ancient ritual. His wide-ranging study presents a distinctive historical interpretation of how beliefs travelled and mythical creatures took shape.

For readers fascinated by dragons, comparative mythology, and the history of ideas, this intriguing work offers a journey into the symbols and stories through which people imagined their world.