Description: The Reluctant Dragon by Kenneth Grahame Illustrated by Michael Hague 1983 First Edition - With dust jacket! 10.25 in. X 8.25 in., 42 pages. This is a classic story by Kenneth Grahame, beautifully and whimsically illustrated for this edition by Michael Hague, with 15 full-color illustrations. In this tale, an unnamed boy discovers that there is a dragon living in the downs above his house. But this is no ordinary dragon; this is an erudite, poetry-loving dragon. The boy and the dragon become friends in short order. Unfortunately, the villagers also discover that there is a dragon living in the downs, and they send for the great dragon slayer, St. George. The boy and the dragon need a plan, a plan that will save the life of this unique and delightful dragon. "The boy who finds the dragon in the cave knows it is a kindly, harmless one, but how can he convince the frightened villagers and, especially, St. George the dragon killer that there is no cause for concern?" Kenneth Grahame (1859–1932) was a British writer born in Edinburgh, Scotland. He is most famous for The Wind in the Willows (1908), a classic of children's literature, as well as The Reluctant Dragon (1898). Both books were later adapted for stage and film, with Mr. Toad of The Wind in the Willows becoming one of the most beloved and celebrated characters of children’s literature. The Reluctant Dragon was adapted into a film by Walt Disney in 1941. Michael Hague (1948-) is an American illustrator, primarily of children's fantasy books. Among the books he has illustrated are classics such as The Wind in the Willows, The Wizard of Oz, The Hobbit and the stories of Hans Christian Andersen. He is known for the intricate and realistic detail he brings to his work and the rich colors he chooses. This copy of The Reluctant Dragon is in excellent condition and would capture the heart of any child today. The whimsical illustrations alone make this book worth the purchase! This would make a wonderful gift or addition to any collection of children’s books. Please reach out for any additional information.
Price: 45 USD
Location: Morgantown, West Virginia
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Binding: Hardcover
Place of Publication: New York
Signed: No
Publisher: Holt, Rinehart, and Winston
Subject: Children's
Original/Facsimile: Original
Year Printed: 1983
Language: English
Illustrator: Michael Hague
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Dust Jacket, Illustrated, Large Print
Author: Kenneth Grahame
Region: North America
Personalized: No
Topic: Fairy Tales & Fantasy
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
