{"title":"Matthias Egeler","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Matthias Egeler, an author who brings to life the enchanting realms of elves and fairies. Matthias Egeler's works are a brilliant fusion of myth, folklore, and cultural history, offering readers an immersive exploration into the mystical and mythical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his book \u003cem\u003eElves and Fairies\u003c\/em\u003e, Egeler dives deep into the arts and culture surrounding these fascinating creatures, painting vivid landscapes where magic and reality intertwine. His storytelling is not just an imaginative journey but also an educational experience that delves into the significance and symbolism of folklore traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned lover of mythology or new to the magic of fairies and elves, Matthias Egeler's writings provide a rich tapestry of stories that inspire and educate, making them a delightful addition to any reader's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"elves-and-fairies-by-matthias-egeler-9780300284409","title":"Elves and Fairies","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn enchanting history of the otherworld of elves and fairies, from the nature spirits of Iceland and Ireland to Avalon and Middle Earth.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginating in Norse and Celtic mythologies, elves and fairies are a firmly established part of Western popular culture. Since the days of the Vikings and Arthurian legend, these sprites have undergone huge transformations. From J. R. R. Tolkien's warlike elves, based on medieval legend, to little flower fairies whose charms even Sir Arthur Conan Doyle succumbed to, they permeate European art and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this engaging cultural history, Matthias Egeler explores these mythical creatures of Iceland, Ireland, Scotland, and England, and their continental European cousins. Egeler goes on a journey through enchanted landscapes and literary worlds. He describes both their friendly and their dangerous, even deadly, sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe encounter them in the legends of King Arthur's round table and in Shakespeare's \u003cem\u003eA Midsummer Night's Dream\u003c\/em\u003e, in the terrible era of the witch trials, in magic's peaceful conquest of Victorian bourgeois salons, in the child-friendly form of \u003cem\u003ePeter Pan\u003c\/em\u003e, and even as helpers in the contemporary fight against environmental destruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46871395959020,"sku":"9780300284409","price":47.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24841833482294.jpg?v=1759876671"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/matthias-egeler.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}