At the heart of the myths and legends surrounding St. George lies the story of an early Christian martyr persecuted by the Roman Empire around the third century AD. But England is only one country to have adopted this soldier saint as their patron. Others, including Germany,...
Pocket Essential guide to the soldier saint of England, a man adopted or claimed by Germany, Hungary, Portugal and Malta and who has churches dedicated to him throughout Europe and Africa. Giles Morgan unravels myth, legend, fact and hearsay as he delves into the cult of the...