# The Reluctant Dragon (Gift Edition) - Hardcover

by **Kenneth Grahame** (Author), **Ernest H. Shepard** (Illustrator), **Sophie Blackall** (Foreword by)

**The beloved classic of a dragon battle with a pacifist twist, redesigned to appeal to a new generation.**

This is the tale of The Boy, who is not at all surprised to find a Dragon living in the hillside. Natrually, the two soon become fast friends, and when St. George arrives to battle the Dragon, whome he's sure must be a danger to the countryside, the Boy, the Dragon, and the Saint hold a surprising contest...which just might end up satisfying one and all.

Featuring a new introduction from two-time Caldecott Medalist Sophie Blackall, this story from the author of _Wind in the Willows_ and the illustrator of _Winnie the Pooh_ has been enjoyed by readers since 1938, and feels particularly timely today. Ideal for fans of knights and dragons, as well as readers who like a slightly subversive take on a traditional tale.

### Author Biography

Kenneth Grahame (1859 - 1932) is remembered today for two works, _The Wind in the Willows_, and _The Reluctant Dragon_. _The Reluctant Dragon_ was first published as part of Grahame's collection _Dream Days_.

Ernest Howard Shepard (1879 - 1976) is famous as the beloved illustrator of _Winnie the Pooh_ and the three other children's books of A. A. Milne.

**Number of Pages:** 64

**Dimensions:** 0.6 x 9.1 x 6.1 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** October 13, 2020

## Details

- **Price:** 17.99 USD
- **Vendor:** Books by splitShops
- **Type:** Books
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