{"title":"Christopher Koch","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the literary world of Christopher Koch, an acclaimed Australian author celebrated for his remarkable storytelling and profound narratives. Koch masterfully weaves elements of history, culture, and human emotion into his works, offering readers an immersive experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his most renowned novels, \u003cem\u003eThe Year of Living Dangerously\u003c\/em\u003e, exemplifies his skill in blending fiction with historical events. Set in 1965 during the political turmoil in Indonesia, the story follows a young Australian journalist who becomes entangled in a web of intrigue and passion. This gripping tale not only explores personal and political struggles but also provides a deep insight into the impact of historical context on individual lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKoch's novels often belong to the \u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Fiction\u003c\/strong\u003e category, and they are ideal for readers who appreciate thoughtful narratives that challenge and enlighten. His ability to depict complex characters and settings makes his books a compelling choice for anyone interested in exploring the human experience through literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Christopher Koch’s works and delve into stories that captivate and inspire. Whether you are a long-time admirer or a new reader, his novels promise to enrich your reading journey.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-year-of-living-dangerously-by-christopher-koch-9780732296483","title":"The Year of Living Dangerously","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJakarta, 1965. Waiting for explosions, the city smells of frangipani, kretek cigarettes, and fear. It is \u003cem\u003eThe Year of Living Dangerously\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe charismatic god-king Sukarno has brought Indonesia to the edge of chaos - to an abortive revolution that will leave half a million dead. For the Western correspondents here, this gathering apocalypse is their story and their drug, while the sufferings of the Indonesian people are scarcely real: a shadow play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWorking at the eye of the storm are television correspondent Guy Hamilton and his eccentric dwarf cameraman Billy Kwan. In Kwan's secret fantasy life, both Sukarno and Hamilton are heroes. But his heroes betray him, and Billy is driven to desperate action. As the Indonesian shadow play erupts into terrible reality, a complex personal tragedy of love, obsession and betrayal comes to its climax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A profound and beautiful book' - Les Murray, the \u003cem\u003eSydney Morning Herald\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A richly and fully realised work of fiction, well conceived and beautifully executed.' - Larry McMurtry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Intelligent, compassionate, flavoursome, convincing ... In Billy Kwan, Mr Koch has created one of the most memorable characters of recent fiction. This book is to be prized.' - \u003cem\u003eThe Times Literary Supplement\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46556411232492,"sku":"9780732296483","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19750913482448.jpg?v=1750145976"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/christopher-koch.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}