Slay: Ancient legends of female slayers and the hidden mythology of dragons by Jasmine Elmer - ISBN: 9781408750100
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Uncover forgotten tales: fierce women who conquered dragons throughout history.
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Slay: Ancient legends of female slayers and the hidden mythology of dragons

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    288 pages

  • Release Date

    30 June 2026

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Summary

A groundbreaking and seminal chronicle of the hidden history and mythology of female dragon slayers from ancient world expert and author of Goddess with a Thousand Faces Jasmine Elmer.

The dragon is a monster with a rich history of symbolism in almost every culture. In the stories that have been passed down through time, dragons lurk in the great wild, in dark, unknown and mysterious lands that exist on the periphery of human civilisation. Only the bravest of souls dare ventu…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781408750100
ISBN-10:1408750104
Author:Jasmine Elmer
Publisher:John Murray Press
Imprint:Renegade Books
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:288
Release Date:30 June 2026
Weight:360g
Dimensions:232mm x 152mm x 24mm
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Critics Review

A groundbreaking reclamation of the forgotten women who slay dragons. A must-read for dragon fans. – Professor Daniel Ogden
Elmer blends history, magic and myth like no one else. She is the slay queen. – Dan Snow

About The Author

Jasmine Elmer

Jasmine Elmer is a mythologist and storyteller who brings ancient tales to life with a modern, feminist twist. Fascinated by the magical and the mystical, she dives into the worlds of goddesses, witches, slayers, and rebels, showing how their stories still shape - and challenge - our own. With a background in ancient myth and history, Jasmine combines research with passion, breathing new life into myths and turning them into living manifestos of women’s power for a modern audience.

Her debut book, Goddess with a Thousand Faces, is a bold and lyrical journey through global goddess traditions, blending storytelling with historical insight to reclaim the sacred feminine. Slay is her second book.

Of Pakistani and white heritage, Jasmine grew up in East London and now lives in Devon with her husband, son, and five unapologetically adored cats. A passionate advocate of slow living, she spends her time meditating, enjoying nature, and savoring a sip of coffee.

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