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(0)Joe Nigg
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Arising triumphantly from the ashes of its predecessor, the phoenix has been an enduring symbol of resilience and renewal for thousands of years. But how did this mythical bird become so famous that it has played a part in cultures around the world and throughout human history? How much of its story do we actually know? Here to offer a comprehensive biography and engaging (un)natural history of the phoenix is Joseph Nigg, esteemed expert on otherworldly...
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In 1539, Olaus Magnus created his influential map of the Nordic countries, beautifully detailing depictions of everyday life, as well as charting the surrounding seas, and the fantastic marine animals that supposedly inhabited them. The author provides a thorough tour of the map's cartographic details, as well as a colorful look at its unusual pictorial and imaginative elements.