{"title":"Wil Huygen","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our enchanting collection dedicated to the magical world of Wil Huygen, a renowned author best known for his charming explorations of the natural world through the eyes of gnomes. Whether you're a lifelong admirer or a newcomer to his works, you're sure to find his books both delightful and educational.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHuygen's writing, particularly in \u003cem\u003eSecrets of the Gnomes\u003c\/em\u003e, takes readers on an intriguing journey into the hidden lives of these mythical creatures, blending folklore with scientific observation. His narratives offer a unique perspective on nature, encouraging readers to look closer at the world around them and find the magic in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach book is beautifully illustrated, bringing to life the rich and vivid world he describes. The combination of whimsical storytelling and detailed illustrations makes Huygen’s books perfect not only for children but also for anyone with a curious mind and a love for nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo matter your age, diving into the works of Wil Huygen promises a delightful escape into a world where nature and fantasy intertwine. Explore our collection today and uncover the secrets of the gnomes and more.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"secrets-of-the-gnomes-by-wil-huygen-9781419784637","title":"Secrets of the Gnomes","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe charming sequel to the runaway classic \u003ci\u003eGnomes\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this republication of the charming sequel to \u003ci\u003eGnomes\u003c\/i\u003e, Rien Poortvliet and Wil Huygen collaborate once again to recount their long, arduous journey through the forest at the request of the gnomes. The 200 hand-illustrated pages overflow with the authors’ on-the-scene sketches and firsthand observations. Poortvliet and Huygen are invited as more than mere observers though.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a meal of mushrooms and cream (which tastes as if it were made of “everything that light, air, sun, moon, and earth could produce”), they find that they have been turned into gnomes themselves! The authors take a penetrating look at their subjects: they learn of the tender emotional life of a gnome; they see and diagram the mechanics of ingenious gnome technology; they observe how gnomes administer justice in the wild; they are told how fairy tales first began (Little Red Riding Hood was actually a gnome!); and, best of all, they are allowed to see parts of the gnomes’ fabled Secret Book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEndowed with gnome characteristics such as exceptional vision and heightened senses of touch, smell, taste, and hearing—and decked in peaked gnome caps—Poortvliet and Huygen are led from Lapland across the Siberian wilderness by Nicolas, the gruff but kindly guide who teaches them the secrets of survival in the icy north. The three travel across varied modes of transportation—in a troika pulled by lemmings, on a fox’s back, and on the head of a moose. They are even carried by the abominable snowman!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLovers of gnomes will celebrate the arrival of this new volume and delight in the opportunity to know these elusive creatures better. Scores of enchanting illustrations by Poortvliet record the comings and goings of gnomes and the loving interaction with nature for which they are so famous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854824427756,"sku":"9781419784637","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/09e6dd2ed107b1891806e4ea89c7ba0e.jpg?v=1759264370"},{"product_id":"gnomes-by-wil-huygen-9781419769856","title":"Gnomes","description":"Did you know that gnome couples always have twin children? Or that a gnome is seven times as strong as a human? Do you want to hear some gossip from the gnome who knew Rembrandt? Dutch artist Rien Poortvliet’s charming illustrations and physician Wil Huygen’s detailed observations of the gnomes’ habits, anatomy, and lifestyle are a delight for readers of all ages. Children will adore the gnome family’s underground home and the constant interaction with animals; adults will appreciate the tongue-in-cheek scientific data. Gnomebody is immune to the gnomes’ tremendous appeal—and a whole new generation is waiting to love them for the first time!","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288469389548,"sku":"9781419769856","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13466093482693.jpg?v=1770556065"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/wil-huygen.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}