{"title":"Andrew Stafford","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Andrew Stafford collection, where words come alive through the lens of Science \u0026amp; Nature and Biography \u0026amp; Memoir. Andrew Stafford is a celebrated author known for his insightful exploration of social and cultural themes, particularly through the vibrant lens of the Australian music scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his standout works, \u003cem\u003ePig City\u003c\/em\u003e, dives deep into the music and politics of Brisbane, mapping out its transformation from a conservative backwater into a thriving cultural hub. This book is a must-read for music lovers and cultural historians alike, offering a rich tapestry of stories and insights into the heart of the city's past and present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eSomething to Believe In\u003c\/em\u003e, Stafford shifts gears to a more personal journey, blending Science \u0026amp; Nature with the nuance of human experience. This book ventures into a different terrain, narrating stories that highlight Stafford's perceptive take on society, identity, and the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Andrew Stafford's works and immerse yourself in narratives that are both enlightening and entertaining. Whether you're drawn to the beats of Brisbane's music scene or the intricate dance of nature and humanity, this collection promises a transformative reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pig-city-by-andrew-stafford-9780702268793","title":"Pig City","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe twentieth-anniversary celebration of an Australian music cult classic, now with a foreword by Eamon Sandwith from The Chats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom cult heroes the Saints and the Go-Betweens to national icons Powderfinger and international stars Savage Garden, Brisbane has produced more than its share of great bands. But behind the music lay a ghost city of malice and corruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePersecuted by the Bjelke-Petersen government and its toughest enforcers – the police – Brisbane's musicians, radio announcers and political activists braved ignorance, harassment and often violence to be heard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSince its first publication in 2004, \u003cem\u003ePig City\u003c\/em\u003e has become a much-loved cult classic, providing an enduring soundtrack and history lesson for a new generation of fans and musicians alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition includes a special \u003cem\u003ePig City\u003c\/em\u003e playlist – \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/playlist\/69tpZDJeRiVzILIJb1i2P4?si=3ba7249d08074b2e\"\u003elisten here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46342670811372,"sku":"9780702268793","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/331913482438.jpg?v=1743932600"},{"product_id":"something-to-believe-in-by-andrew-stafford-9780702262531","title":"Something to Believe In","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWritten with great humanity and girded by a soundtrack to die for, this memoir is a punch, unput-downable must-read\u003c\/em\u003e. – Peter Garrett\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSomething to Believe In\u003c\/em\u003e is a memoir of music, madness, and love from the author of the cult classic \u003cem\u003ePig City\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor Andrew Stafford, music was a way up and a way out. There was just one little problem — he couldn't play. Because those who can do and those who can't review, he carved out a niche writing about it instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the story of a self-confessed wannabe's life — of growing up in public, of family, of falling in and out of love, and music, sweet music, everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten with enormous heart and a thumping rhythm, \u003cem\u003eSomething to Believe In\u003c\/em\u003e is an uncompromising, inspiring book for anyone whose life has been saved by rock \u0026amp; roll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46378984374508,"sku":"9780702262531","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/269293482438.jpg?v=1744836850"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/andrew-stafford.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}