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St. George

Knight, Martyr, Patron Saint and Dragonslayer

St. George( )
Author: Morgan, Giles
Series title:Pocket Essential Ser.
ISBN:978-1-904048-57-2
Publication Date:Mar 2006
Publisher:Oldcastle Books, Limited
Imprint:Pocket Essentials
Book Format:Hardback
List Price:USD $14.95
Book Description:

Pocket Essential guide to the soldier saint of England, a man adopted or claimed by Germany, Hungary, Portugal and Malta and who has churches dedicated to him throughout Europe and Africa. Giles Morgan unravels myth, legend, fact and hearsay as he delves into the cult of the dragonslayer, drawing clear parallels between the battling hero and pre-Christian counterparts Perseus, Beowulf and Al-Khidr. Links between the Green Man of Wiccan lore and George the fertility symbol are explored...
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Book Details
Pages:160
Detailed Subjects: Biography & Autobiography / Religious
Physical Dimensions (W X L X H):5.23 x 7.65 x 0.76 Inches
Book Weight:0.554 Pounds



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