{"title":"Tim Flight","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our carefully curated collection of works by Tim Flight, a distinguished author known for his insightful explorations of history and mythology. With a unique ability to weave together historical research with captivating storytelling, Tim Flight offers readers a fascinating journey through time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eBasilisks and Beowulf\u003c\/em\u003e, a title that delves into the rich tapestry of folklore and legendary creatures that have fired imaginations for centuries. Immerse yourself in the shadowy world of history's most intriguing tales, as Flight expertly unravels the connections between myth and historical reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlight's books are categorised under History \u0026amp; Military, emphasising his commitment to uncovering the truths and narratives embedded in our past. These works are ideal for anyone with a passion for history, mythology, or simply enthralling storytelling. Explore Tim Flight's collection and discover the stories that have shaped our understanding of the ancient world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"basilisks-and-beowulf-by-tim-flight-9781789147742","title":"Basilisks and Beowulf","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis book addresses a simple question: why were the Anglo-Saxons obsessed with monsters, many of which did not exist?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on literature and art, theology and a wealth of first-hand evidence, \u003ci\u003eBasilisks and Beowulf\u003c\/i\u003e reveals a people huddled at the edge of the known map, using the fantastic and the grotesque as a way of understanding the world around them and their place within it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the Anglo-Saxons, monsters helped to distinguish the sacred and the profane; they carried God's message to mankind, exposing His divine hand in creation itself. At the same time, monsters were agents of disorder, seeking to kill people, conquer their lands and challenge what it meant to be human even. Learning about where monsters lived and how they behaved allowed the Anglo-Saxons to situate themselves in the world, as well as to apprehend something of the divine plan. It is for these reasons that monsters were at the very centre of their worldview. From map monsters to demons, dragons to Leviathan, we neglect them at our peril.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848509706476,"sku":"9781789147742","price":49.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/28006463482824.jpg?v=1758983312"},{"product_id":"basilisks-and-beowulf-by-tim-flight-9781789144338","title":"Basilisks and Beowulf","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis book addresses a simple question: why were the Anglo-Saxons obsessed with monsters, many of which did not exist?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on literature and art, theology, and a wealth of first-hand evidence, \u003cem\u003eBasilisks and Beowulf\u003c\/em\u003e reveals a people huddled at the edge of the known map, using the fantastic and the grotesque as a way of understanding the world around them and their place within it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the Anglo-Saxons, monsters helped to distinguish the sacred and the profane; they carried God's message to mankind, exposing His divine hand in creation itself. At the same time, monsters were agents of disorder, seeking to kill people, conquer their lands, and challenge what it meant to be human even. Learning about where monsters lived and how they behaved allowed the Anglo-Saxons to situate themselves in the world, as well as to apprehend something of the divine plan. It is for these reasons that monsters were at the very centre of their worldview. From map monsters to demons, dragons to Leviathan, we neglect them at our peril.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848510099692,"sku":"9781789144338","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27972423482824.jpg?v=1758983424"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/tim-flight.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}