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When a boy stumbles upon a dragon hidden in a nearby cave, he quickly learns it is gentle and harmless. Determined to protect his town, he sets out to convince the frightened villagers—and particularly the legendary dragon‑killer St. George—that the dragon is no danger. The tale follows the boy’s efforts to bridge the gap between fear and trust, weaving themes of friendship, adventure, and the moral question of compromise.
First publish date: 1938
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Kenneth Grahame
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