St George and the Dragon by Clifton Johnson (First Edition) (1935)

Language: English

Published by Goldsmith Publishing, Chicago, 1935

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Seller: Bob "The Bookman" DePino, ORLANDO, FL, U.S.A.Bob "The Bookman" DePino

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This edition retells the classic legend of St. George of England, one of the "Seven Champions of Christendom," who rides forth to slay a dragon threatening a kingdom. Johnson's prose simplifies the medieval tale for young readers, emphasizing courage, faith, and moral triumph. The book also includes other folklore stories, blending English and European fairy-tale motifs. Harry L. Smith's line illustrations - knights, dragons, and forest scenes - reflect the ornate style of early 20th-century children's publishing. Goldsmith's 1930s editions were sold through department stores and mail-order catalogs, making them accessible to families during the Depression while maintaining decorative quality.This compilation of classic folklore stories include the cover title, Imprisoned in Persia, A Fight with a Giant, The Seven Champions, What is a Man, The Queer Gander, A Morning Ride, The Wishing Stone, Minco and the Mice, An Unwelcome Guest, A Week of Searchin, The Vanquished With and more! This book is in rough shape but appears complete. The cover is separating with various paper tears due to low-quality paper of the 1930s depression-era used in kid books. Part of the 'Bedtime Wonder Tales' series. Hard cover edition without dustjacket. 123 pages. Dimensions: 5" by 7.5". Published by Goldsmith Publishing, Chicago. 1st printing, 1935. B&W illustrations. Orange-Red binding. Cover defect(s): Cover loose. Moderate corner/edge damage. Some spine cover damage/creasing. Page defect(s): Some tears. Some page yellowing. 1 Pound Media Shipping Rate. Combine items and SAVE! Genre(s): Classics / Youth / Folklore / English. (B011).…

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Bibliographic details

Title
St George and the Dragon by Clifton Johnson (First Edition) (1935)
Author
Clifton Johnson
Publisher
Goldsmith Publishing, Chicago
Publication year
1935
Condition
Fair
Dust jacket
No Jacket
Binding
Hardcover
Language
English
Edition
First Edition
Printing
1st printing.
Item weight
1 pound
Dimensions
5" x 7.5"
Seller catalogs
Classics, Folklore, Youth

Bob "The Bookman" DePino

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