{"title":"Kenneth J. McNamara","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the compelling works of \u003cem\u003eKenneth J. McNamara\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished figure in the realm of \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e. Known for his insightful exploration of geological phenomena and the natural world, McNamara combines rigorous scientific research with an engaging narrative style that appeals to both academic and general readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works, \u003cem\u003eDragons’ Teeth and Thunderstones\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a fascinating exploration of fossil folklore and the historical contexts that shaped our understanding of these ancient remnants of life. McNamara delves into the cultural significance behind fossils that were often mistaken for dragon teeth and celestial projectiles by our ancestors, enriching our knowledge of both science and human history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMcNamara's writings offer an accessible gateway into the intricate world of geology and natural history. His books are not just for seasoned scientists but for anyone with a curiosity about the earth’s ancient past. They are perfect for readers wanting to deepen their appreciation of the natural phenomena that shape our planet and those interested in the cultural threads interwoven with the complex tapestry of Earth sciences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Kenneth J. McNamara's collection to embark on a journey through time, revealing the hidden stories of our world's geological wonders.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dragons-teeth-and-thunderstones-by-kenneth-j-mcnamara-9781789142907","title":"Dragons’ Teeth and Thunderstones","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor at least half a million years, people have been doing some very strange things with fossils. Long before a few 17th-century minds started to decipher their true, organic nature, fossils had been eaten, dropped in goblets of wine, buried with the dead, adorned on bodies, and even used to try and cause harm. What triggered such curious behaviour was the belief, passed down from prehistoric to Medieval times, that some fossils could cure illness, protect against being poisoned, ease the passage into the afterlife, ward off evil spirits, and even kill those who were just plain annoying. But above all, to our early prehistoric ancestors living hundreds of thousands of years ago, fossils were the very stuff of artistic inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on archaeology, mythology, and folklore, Kenneth McNamara takes you on a journey through prehistory with these strange and curious stones, and explores humankind's unending quest for the meaning of fossils in \u003cem\u003eDragons’ Teeth and Thunderstones\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854461817068,"sku":"9781789142907","price":47.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781789142907.jpg?v=1759243074"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kenneth-j-mcnamara.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}