George and the Dragon

George and the Dragon

by Christopher Wormell (Author)

Synopsis

Far, far away in the high, high mountains in a deep, deep valley in a dark, dark cave - there lived a mighty dragon.' He was an awesome and frightening creature, terrorising whole armies, destroying castles, demolishing forests and kidnapping princesses. But this mighty dragon had a deep, dark secret...

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 32
Edition: UK ed.
Publisher: Red Fox
Published: 02 Jan 2006

ISBN 10: 0099417669
ISBN 13: 9780099417668
Children’s book age: 0-5 Years
Book Overview: A vividly illustrated picture book with an unexpected twist.
Prizes: Shortlisted for Red House Children's Book Award: Younger Children 2003.

Media Reviews
Quirky and ebullient, this is excitingly plotted, vividly illustrated, and has a classy, enduring feel * Independent *
You'd think that Wormell had a real dragon in his studio * Daily Telegraph *
Dramatic illustration and clever humour that infants will find irresistible * TES Primary *
A wonderfully well-executed book and exhilarating to read out loud * Carousel *
Would be an absolute joy to read to a small person . . . With great illustrations, this is one of the best board books to have come my way * Newbury Weekly News *
Author Bio
Chris Wormell is a self-taught artist, and the winner of the Ragazza Prize at Bologna in 1991. Two Frogs won the Nestle Bronze Award, Molly and the Night Monster was shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal and One Smart Fish won the Booktrust Early Years Awards Best Picture Book. His books include George and the Dragon and The Big Ugly Monster and the Little Stone Rabbit which was recently adapted into a stage play. Chris lives in North London with his wife and children.