A hardcover copy of Black Dragon Codex by R.D. Henham, part of The Dragon Codices series from Mirrorstone and Wizards of the Coast.
This dragon-filled fantasy book has illustrated cover art, interior dragon artwork, and a sturdy hardcover format that makes it a fun pick for young fantasy readers and dragon-book collectors.
Details
∙ Item: Hardcover fantasy book
∙ Title: Black Dragon Codex
∙ Author: R.D. Henham
∙ Illustrator: Interior art by Todd Lockwood; cover art by Vinod Rams, as shown on copyright page
∙ Publisher: Mirrorstone / Wizards of the Coast
∙ Year: 2008
∙ Edition / Printing: First Printing, September 2008
∙ Format: Hardcover
∙ Dust Jacket: None shown; illustrated hardcover boards
∙ Size / Measurements: Approximately 8” x 6” x 1”
∙ Page Count: 243 pages, per seller notes
∙ Cover / Jacket Colors: Brown, black, gold, yellow, and dragon illustration artwork
∙ Genre / Subject: Fantasy fiction, juvenile fantasy, dragons, magic, Dungeons & Dragons-related fantasy, adventure fiction
∙ ISBN: 978-0-7869-4972-4 / 0-7869-4972-4
Notable Features: Part of The Dragon Codices series; companion series to A Practical Guide to Dragons; black dragon artwork on title page and cover; hardcover format
Condition Grade: Good
Positives
∙ Hardcover boards present well with strong fantasy cover art.
∙ Spine lettering is clear and readable.
∙ Interior pages shown are clean and readable.
∙ Binding appears intact in the photos.
∙ No writing or highlighting is shown in the photos provided.
Issues / Wear
∙ Cover boards show light rubbing, scuffing, and shelf wear.
∙ Corners and edges show minor wear from handling.
∙ Page edges show light age/use toning.
∙ Some slight waviness/handling wear visible near page edges in photos.
∙ No dust jacket shown, if one was ever issued.
∙ See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key:
Near Fine: Minimal visible wear; clean, tight, and gift-worthy.
Very Good: Light wear from careful use; attractive and solid.
Good: Noticeable use or flaws, but complete and readable/displayable.
Fair: Heavy wear, damage, or markings; still useful or collectible for the right buyer.
Plot
Black Dragon Codex follows Satia, a young thief who is snatched by a black dragon and expects to become lunch. Instead, her fate twists when the dragon is transformed into a teenage boy, forcing the two unlikely allies into a dangerous bargain.
With no magic and plenty of enemies, Satia must help outwit a Dragonlord and survive a quest full of secrets, danger, and dragon-sized trouble.
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Disclaimer
All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.
Care and Handling:
Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.
