In this delightful 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.

This edition is illustrated with whimsical dragons throughout.

From the author of 'The Wind in the Willows.'