{"title":"Fiona Carruthers","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Fiona Carruthers, an author renowned for her insightful exploration of history and the military. With an exceptional ability to weave intricate narratives, Carruthers invites readers into the fascinating past with her meticulously researched works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable contributions is the spellbinding book \u003cem\u003eWild Ride\u003c\/em\u003e, a thrilling journey that delves into pivotal historical moments and the resilience of the human spirit. Her writings provide an engaging perspective on past events, ensuring that each book is not only informative but also deeply compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFiona Carruthers expertly balances rich historical detail with an accessible style, making her works a perfect choice for both history enthusiasts and casual readers alike. Her books are testament to her passion for uncovering the myriad stories that have shaped the world as we know it today. Dive into her collection and experience history like never before.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wild-ride-by-fiona-carruthers-9781863959674","title":"Wild Ride","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully illustrated history of an iconic Australian object - the stock saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Clancy rode down the Cooper, Ned Kelly went on the run and Hugh Jackman's Drover headed for Darwin, they all rode in an Australian stock saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped in response to the unique challenges of the Australian environment, the Australian stock saddle is known for its comfort and ease when riding, especially over unpredictable terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom its early iterations in the 1800s to modern-day saddles, the stock saddle has underpinned many of this country's most iconic historical events, but its history has never been written. \u003cem\u003eWild Ride\u003c\/em\u003e captures this story - from colonial pioneers to Aboriginal stockmen and women, from bushrangers to the Boer War, and from the earliest crafters to the most recent handstitched examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSaddlers are highly skilled leatherworkers; it can take months to finish a single saddle. This gorgeous book captures the work of saddlers such as Jack Wieneke, J.P. Talty and Syd Hill as well as many contemporary makers, and celebrates a uniquely Australian object - a piece of functional art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIllustrated with sumptuous photography of Australia's largest saddle collection - the Drapac Collection - this comprehensive, beautiful book will appeal to all lovers of horses, the outback and Australian history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a foreword by Michael Drapac, Australian stock saddle connoisseur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA comprehensive, illuminating history of one of the true icons of Australian rural life\u003c\/em\u003e - Tom Burlinson\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46343746093292,"sku":"9781863959674","price":63.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/17809453482851.jpg?v=1744006495"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/fiona-carruthers.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}