Saint George: House of the Dragon Slayer

from Tales From The Enchanted Forest · host Fox & Sparrow

"By George! I think they've got it!" The famous legend of "Saint George and the Dragon" is as iconic to the English as Jack and the Beanstalk and a Christmas Carol. The original story was a lot more intense than the abridged version we all know. For our 'Five Fantastic Finds' hear about Religious myths and canon, Damsels in distress, the origins of slaying dragons, the etymology of George and the cost of hiring a hero. Cover image from Raphael, painted c. 1505 You can find our detailed show notes, on our fantastic website! Or chat with us on Twitter @FromEnchanted You can also find us on: Instagram TikTok

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”By George! I think they’ve got it!” The famous legend of ”Saint George and the Dragon” is as iconic to the English as Jack and the Beanstalk and a Christmas Carol. The original story was a lot more intense than the abridged version we all know. For our, Five Fantast Finds hear about Religious myths and canon, Damsels in distress, the origins of slaying dragons, the etymology of George and the cost of hiring a hero. Cover image from Raphael, painted c. 1505

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