{"title":"Clarissa Dickson Wright","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the remarkable works of \u003cem\u003eClarissa Dickson Wright\u003c\/em\u003e, a towering figure in the world of culinary arts and television. Best known as one half of the beloved TV duo in \"Two Fat Ladies,\" Clarissa's life story is as flavourful as the dishes she created. Her contribution to literature primarily resides in her poignant memoirs, which reveal a life of surprising twists and indomitable spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \"Spilling the Beans,\" Clarissa offers a candid and often humorous account of her life, from her aristocratic childhood through her struggles with addiction, to her eventual acclaim as a celebrated chef and television personality. Her works fall under the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category, providing readers with a deeply personal insight into the triumphs and tribulations that shaped her into the icon she became.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs you delve into Clarissa Dickson Wright's stories, you'll find not only an inspirational tale of resilience but also a genuine love for good food and the conviviality it brings. Whether you're a fan of heartfelt biographies or simply curious about an extraordinary life well-lived, this collection offers insights as rich and diverse as the author herself.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"spilling-the-beans-by-clarissa-dickson-wright-9780340933893","title":"Spilling the Beans","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClarissa was born into wealth and privilege. As a child, shooting and hunting were the norm, and pigeons were flown in from Cairo for supper. Her mother was an Australian heiress, and her father was a brilliant surgeon to the Royal family. However, he was also a tyrannical and violent drunk who used to beat her and force her to eat carrots with slugs still clinging to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClarissa was determined and clever, and her ambition led her to a career in law. At the age of 21, she became the youngest ever woman to be called to the Bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDisaster struck when her adored mother died suddenly. This led to a mind-numbing decade of wild over-indulgence. Rich from her inheritance, Clarissa eventually partied away her entire fortune. It was a long, hard road to recovery along which Clarissa finally faced her demons and turned to the one thing that had always brought her joy - cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow at last, she has found success, sobriety, and peace. With the stark honesty and the brilliant wit we love her for, Clarissa recounts the tale of a life lived to extremes in \u003cem\u003eSpilling the Beans\u003c\/em\u003e. A vivid and funny story, it is as moving as it is a cracking good read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46845803069676,"sku":"9780340933893","price":31.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/b34d1033dc6706b437385fc693fe486c.jpg?v=1758965469"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/clarissa-dickson-wright.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}