Journey to Chandara

By James Gurney

Part of the Dinotopia series

An explorer and his dinosaur must navigate a forbidden empire without an invitation.

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192 pages

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Professor Denison and his dinosaur companion, Bix, face a daring journey to the forbidden empire of Chandara. Stripped of their invitation, they must traverse this mysterious land penniless and in disguise. Along the way, they encounter breathtaking sights, from a village of upturned ships to a firefighting Brachiosaurus. Will they reach their destination, or will the empire's secrets remain hidden? This adventure promises a vivid exploration of a world where humans and dinosaurs coexist, filled with enchanting illustrations and unexpected challenges.

From the publisher

Professor Denison, the intrepid 19th-century explorer, is back! Some time ago, the professor discovered a lost island where humans and dinosaurs dwell in harmony. Now the professor and Bix, his dinosaur companion, have been summoned to the forbidden empire of Chandara. But when they lose their invitation from the emperor, the adventurers must cross the border penniless and in disguise. A vivid narrative, accompanied by enchanting illustrations, traces their journey and its spectacular sights: a village composed of three ships propped up on end, a 50-foot-tall Brachiosaurus outfitted for firefighting, an Allosaurus tending its hatchlings, and other memorable scenes.A stand-alone sequel to the first two Dinotopia books, Journey to Chandara offers the perfect introduction to James Gurney’s fantasy world for readers of all ages. Filled with magnificent full-color paintings, cutaway views, and mechanical diagrams, this newly expanded deluxe edition includes a behind-the-scenes featurette filled with rare insights from the author/illustrator.

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