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A rendition of the legendary story of Saint George, featuring the brave horseman who saved a city from a ferocious dragon. This children's book combines elements of folklore and legends to captivate young readers with its captivating narrative.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Geraldine McCaughrean
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