St. George and the Dragon and the Quest for the Holy Grail

by Edward Hays

For its over 60,000 fans this journal has become a handbook that has inspired and challenged. A reluctant seeker, St. George (the St. stands for Sent, Servant and Saint-to-be) meets a spiritual master, a dragon with glowing wounds named Igor, who directs George to begin a great adventure. The engaging dragon and his wise parables are a sure guide for those who wish a spiritual adventure but can travel no further than their backyard most of George's quest took place in the back of his garage. In the pages of this book of twenty-two parables within a single parable, master storyteller Edward Hays opens the doors of the mind's magic theater and provides a collection of mystic maps to set you on the path to the most fabulous of all hidden treasures. Translated into several languages, this volume has inspired and become beloved by men and women of various faiths and even those of no faith. The dragon's parables will guide you, as they lead George, on the spiritual quest as ancient and universal as the search for the Holy Grail.This book is part of a trilogy of tales about St. George, St. George and the Dragon, The Magic Lantern and The Quest for the Flaming Pearl. They are each intended, however, to stand on their own and can be read in any direction, starting with the first, the last or in the middle. Such is the mystery of a magical text!

Genres: Spirituality, Fiction, Religion

184 pages, Paperback

First published May 31, 1986

Reviews

[Emily · Rating 2 out of 5]

DNF. Thought I had heard great things about it, but got a good chunk of the way in and it was pretty weird

[booklady]

Found this today when I was looking for another book. I remember reading it years ago and really, really enjoying it. Need to reread, however, before I can actually review...

[Francine Apollo · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a marvelous little read. Written as diary entries over several months, it is a great vehicle to examine one's faith and foundation in Christianity.

The character, St. George (is Sent George)is a wonderful tack for the author to take in stimulating the reader's own self examination. It made me wonder why I too, am "sent". Have I fulfilled my earthly responsibilities?

Highly recommended for those who enjoy reading about Christianity. This is a gentle, easy read.

[Meagan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is my formal apology to my high school sophomore religion teacher who gifted me this book, that I didn’t read it eight years ago! What a quirky and thoughtful outlook on religion to apply to everyday life.

[David · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a delightful, thought provoking book that I hated to have it finished. I read it devotionally, one chapter a day first thing in the morning. Hays' parables are very creative. I am glad I re-read it.

[Larry · Rating 4 out of 5]

Uplifting and thought provoking parables.

[Jerry Jackson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m not sure that I could comprehend all that is packed into the pages. Maybe a second reading at some point would help. I’m glad that I read it.

[Christian Geirsson · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was lent to me to by a client of mine during our therapy sessions, and I feel I may have gained just as much insight from this book as he gained from our sessions. Although there is a noticeable Christian bias (most of the fables originate in either Genesis or New Testament biblical stories), the lessons taught by Igor the Dragon invite valuable thoughtfulness and reflection in bigger questions while addressing an individual’s quest for something beyond himself. If you have kids, share it with them. If you don’t, give it to yourself.

[Louise · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book wasn't what I expected when I bought it online. I thought the overall story would be a much more metaphorical spiritual journey; instead it directly states that the protagonist is searching for spiritual truths. Once I got into the idea that it was pretty direct, I enjoyed it more. Some of the stories were a little cheesy, but I enjoyed what they had to say and I took away some valuable spiritual lessons. I liked how it incorporated some other religious teachings, even thought it is written for Christians. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for some spiritual guidance outside of religious texts.

[Andrew]

This is one of my all time favorite books. It kind of started me off onto my current path of thinking in regards to Christianity.

[Michelle Ogburn · Rating 5 out of 5]

All time favorite book. I'd recommend anything from Edward Hays.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another favorite!

[Scott Mitchell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome book. Quick read and a lot to be learned about yourself here. I've read this book about 5 times now. I keep going back to it.

[Greg · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book which I've read numerous times. The parables resonate deeply and often will flashback when parallels pop up in my life. Provides life lesson wisdom.

[Chris (thebookaholic) Padgett · Rating 2 out of 5]

This author is very odd. At times I like him, but he is not my ideal read.

[Erin Cotter · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think of this book often in times of uncertainty and it reminds me not to let past hurts affect your outlook on the world. A true motivation.

[J.B. Jamison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reading this again...and again...and again