A humorous re-telling of the legendary tale, specially written for children who are starting to read on their own. Easy-to-read text and colourful illustrations bring the story of a fire-breathing dragon, a princess in peril and a bold knight to life.
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A humorous re-telling of the legendary tale, specially written for children who are starting to read on their own. Easy-to-read text and colourful illustrations bring the story of a fire-breathing dragon, a princess in peril and a bold knight to life.
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A gently humorous retelling of the legend, with easy-to-read text and colourful illustrations
4 years +
Includes background to the legend and the art it has inspired, with a reproduction of the famous Paolo Uccello painting, and internet links to more paintings of George and the Dragon.Part of Usborne's popular Young Reading series, developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Principal Lecturer in Education and reading specialist at the University of Roehampton.
Critic Reviews
A faithful version of the story. The Guardian
A faithful version of the story... In addition, there is background information about the story and reproductions of some of the art that it has inspired, both of which support enjoyment and understanding of the great legend. Guardian Children's Books
About the Author
Louie Stowell has written dozens of non-fiction and story titles for Usborne, on everything from space science and coding to the human body and, now, politics. She is now Editorial Director at Ladybird, Penguin Random House and is currently working on four children's fantasy novels.
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