{"title":"Chet van Duzer","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by the fascinating author Chet van Duzer. Known for his meticulous research and engaging storytelling, van Duzer delves into the intriguing realms of historical and medieval cartography. His books invite readers to explore the geographical imagination of past eras, filled with vivid depictions of mythical creatures and legendary tales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection includes captivating titles such as \u003cem\u003eSea Monsters on Medieval\u003c\/em\u003e, which unlocks the secrets behind the mysterious creatures that haunted the waters of ancient maps. These books belong to the History \u0026amp; Military categories, providing a unique blend of historical insight and adventurous narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're intrigued by the mysteries of old maps, the enigmatic world of sea monsters, and the historical underpinnings of medieval military ventures, Chet van Duzer’s works are an essential addition to your library. Enjoy a journey through the past with his expertly crafted explorations into a time where the boundaries of the known world danced with the unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sea-monsters-on-medieval-by-chet-van-duzer-9780712357715","title":"Sea Monsters on Medieval","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sea monsters on medieval and Renaissance maps, whether swimming vigorously, gambolling amid the waves, attacking ships, or simply displaying themselves for our appreciation, are one of the most visually engaging elements on these maps, and yet they have never been carefully studied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject is important not only in the history of cartography, art, and zoological illustration, but also in the history of the geography of the 'marvellous' and of western conceptions of the ocean. Moreover, the sea monsters depicted on maps can supply important insights into the sources, influences, and methods of the cartographers who drew or painted them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this highly-illustrated book, the author analyses the most important examples of sea monsters on medieval and Renaissance maps produced in Europe. The exploration begins with the earliest mappaemundi on which they appear in the tenth century and continues to the end of the sixteenth century. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intriguing history and art of these mythical creatures in \u003cem\u003eSea Monsters on Medieval\u003c\/em\u003e by Chet van Duzer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849952252140,"sku":"9780712357715","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/16963763482441.jpg?v=1759066428"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/chet-van-duzer.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}