Book: Here Be Dragons
Author: Ralph Whitlock
Pages: 222
This is my 177th read for the year
What Amazon Says:
Dragons are deeply embedded in the folklore of the British countryside, their presence echoing through the history of countless hamlets and villages. These mythical creatures snarl from church carvings, linger in the traditions of mumming plays and pageants, and live on in the stories passed down through generations. Tracing their remnats - whether in art, legend, ro ritual - offers more than just a fascinating pursuit; it provides a window into their lives, beliefs, and practices of our rural ancestors. To them, dragons symbolized evil and destruction, embodying the fears and challenges of their time.
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