{"title":"Ethel Pochocki","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEthel Pochocki\u003c\/strong\u003e offers readers a unique journey into the intersection of \u003cem\u003earts and culture\u003c\/em\u003e, blending creative storytelling with insightful reflections on the natural world. Her works, such as \u003cem\u003eThe Mushroom Man\u003c\/em\u003e, invite contemplation and deepen appreciation for the subtle beauty found in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpect narratives that explore themes of connection, transformation, and the unseen wonders that animate our surroundings. Pochocki’s writing is distinguished by its lyrical tone and thoughtful engagement with artistic and cultural motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-mushroom-man-by-ethel-pochocki-9781958394311","title":"The Mushroom Man","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Mushroom Man\u003c\/em\u003e has arrived at its thirtieth anniversary despite breaking every rule of picture-book storytelling. It is not a story about children: the only kids make a cameo appearance to taunt the mushroom man in the street. It is not a heroic story: the mushroom man toils away in a mushroom farm, coming to resemble a mushroom himself. The story doesn't teem with personalities: the mushroom man's existence is solitary. So why does it endure? Because it is a story of true and generous friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis commemorative edition includes a new introduction from Barry Moser, remembering his collaboration and friendship with Ethel Pochocki. \"This remains one of my all-time favourite books for kids, and some of these illustrations are among the best I've ever done,\" Barry writes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere is also new back matter in which Barry peels back the curtain on his illustration technique, making this book a marvellous accompaniment for teaching children's book writing and illustrating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47428295983340,"sku":"9781958394311","price":35.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781958394311.jpg?v=1774497178"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ethel-pochocki.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}