{"title":"Deena West Budd","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeena West Budd's works invite readers into the fascinating intersection of folklore, mystery, and well-being. Through titles like \u003cem\u003eThe Weiser Field Guide to Cryptozoology\u003c\/em\u003e, she explores unconventional subjects with a thoughtful and engaging perspective, blending curiosity with insightful knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect a unique approach to health and wellness, where the exploration of the unknown complements a wider understanding of personal and collective healing. Her books are ideal for those seeking to expand their awareness through an imaginative yet grounded lens.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-weiser-field-guide-to-cryptozoology-by-deena-west-budd-9781578634507","title":"The Weiser Field Guide to Cryptozoology","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Weiser Field Guide to Cryptozoology\u003c\/em\u003e includes information, interviews, and stories about forty different cryptids seen in various places all over the world by credible eyewitnesses like policemen, rangers, and doctors. Readers will learn where and how to find flying humanoids, hairy humanoids, giants of all kinds including rabbits, bats, and spiders, goblins, vampires, werewolves, demons, aliens, and ghosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the third book of our Weiser Field Guides, BellaOnline paranormal editor, Deena West Budd, surveys the still-emerging field of cryptozoology—a term coined in the 1950s by a French zoologist named Bernard Heuvelmans—the study of \"hidden\" or \"unknown\" animals not recognised in standard zoology. From traditional cryptids like Big Foot, the Abominable Snowman, and Nessie, to mythical cryptids like unicorns, vampires, dragons, and werewolves, to lesser-known cryptids like bunyips (waterhorses), Encantado (Dolphin Men of Brazil), thunderbirds, mothmen, and chupacabra, these creatures are very much alive, says Budd, even if beyond the realm of normal perception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Weiser Field Guide to Cryptozoology\u003c\/em\u003e includes a brief history of the field of cryptozoology and surveys all the creatures for which any credible amount of research exists. Budd gives readers tips on how to spot these creatures, as well as cautionary advice on how to interact with them. Two dozen line drawings rendered from eyewitness descriptions accompany the text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47600676307180,"sku":"9781578634507","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1dfe8faa630e7f67375efe33b66af57d.jpg?v=1778019865"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/deena-west-budd.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}