{"title":"Banine","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection dedicated to the captivating works of \u003cem\u003eBanine\u003c\/em\u003e. Known for her vivid storytelling and insightful narratives, Banine opens a window into her fascinating life experiences, blending history, culture, and personal memoir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in Baku, Banine was a writer whose intriguing life journey took her from her native Azerbaijan to the vibrant streets of Paris. Her works provide a unique perspective on her experiences across different cultures, particularly during times of significant historical change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the highlights of this collection is \u003cem\u003eParisian Days\u003c\/em\u003e, a memoir that beautifully captures her adventures and encounters in the City of Lights. Banine's narrations are not only informative but also offer a richly textured portrayal of an epoch gone by, inviting readers to walk alongside her in a bygone era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a fan of biography and memoir or new to Banine's writings, this collection promises to offer a deep and rewarding exploration of one woman's extraordinary journey through life and history.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"parisian-days-by-banine-9781782278030","title":"Parisian Days","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Orient Express hurtles towards the promised land, and Banine is free for the first time in her life. She has fled her ruined homeland and unhappy forced marriage for a dazzling new future in Paris. Now she cuts her hair, wears short skirts, and mingles with Russian émigrés, Spanish artists, writers, and bohemians in the 1920s beau monde—and even contemplates love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut soon she finds that freedom brings its own complications. As her family's money runs out, she becomes a fashion model to survive. And when a glamorous figure from her past returns, life is thrown further into doubt. Banine has always been swept along by the forces of history. Can she keep up with them now?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTold with vivacious wit and a lust for life, this companion to \u003ci\u003eDays in the Caucasus\u003c\/i\u003e is a bittersweet portrayal of youthful dreams and the elusive search for happiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833416995052,"sku":"9781782278030","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15480923482822.jpg?v=1758456597"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/banine.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}