{"title":"Frieda Hughes","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrieda Hughes, a celebrated poet, painter, and author, offers a unique literary voice within our collection. Delving into her works, readers will find a captivating intersection of \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e through the lens of her diverse talents. As the daughter of acclaimed poets Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes, Frieda’s creative heritage is as rich as it is profound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the works available in this collection is \u003cem\u003eGeorge\u003c\/em\u003e, a beautifully intertwined narrative combining poetic storytelling with vivid illustrations. This book showcases Frieda’s artistic prowess, offering an immersive experience for those intrigued by the melding of text and image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother standout title, \u003cem\u003eSylvia Plath: Drawings\u003c\/em\u003e, pays homage to her mother's artistic flair. It is a lovingly curated selection of Sylvia Plath’s drawings, accompanied by insightful reflections from Frieda herself. This book is more than just a collection of art; it serves as a touching testament to Sylvia’s enduring legacy and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those passionate about exploring diverse expressions of human creativity, Frieda Hughes’ contributions to \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e offer a unique window into the world of poetic and artistic synthesis. Her works not only reflect her personal journey but also provide readers with a rich tapestry of visual and literary art.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"george-by-frieda-hughes-9781800814806","title":"George","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Oprah Magazine Book of the Year 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A magical, endearing memoir ... the literary romance of the year'\u003c\/em\u003e - Oprah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'This book pulses with a defiant wonder at the living world, as wild and unruly as our feathered hero'\u003c\/em\u003e - Polly Morland, author of \u003cem\u003eA Fortunate Woman\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThen, just in time, before I swung the spade again, I saw, right by the blade and camouflaged by the leaves on the ground, a magpie chick. It squatted belligerently, peering up at me with miniature magpie fury. George.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Frieda Hughes moved to the depths of the Welsh countryside, she was expecting to take on a few projects: planting a garden, painting and writing her poetry column for the \u003cem\u003eTimes\u003c\/em\u003e. But instead, she found herself rescuing a baby magpie, the sole survivor of a nest destroyed in a storm - and embarking on an obsession that would change the course of her life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the magpie, George, grows from a shrieking scrap of feathers and bones into an intelligent, unruly companion, Frieda finds herself captivated - and apprehensive of what will happen when the time comes to finally set him free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46544588734700,"sku":"9781800814806","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4248153482829.jpg?v=1749780660"},{"product_id":"sylvia-plath-drawings-by-frieda-hughes-9780571370276","title":"Sylvia Plath: Drawings","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1956 Sylvia Plath wrote to her mother, Aurelia Plath: \u003ci\u003e'I feel I'm developing a kind of primitive style of my own which I am very fond of. Wait til you see. The Cambridge sketch was nothing compared to these.'\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSylvia Plath cited art as her deepest source of inspiration but, while her poetry is celebrated around the world, her drawings are little known. \u003ci\u003eSylvia Plath: Drawings\u003c\/i\u003e brings together drawings from 1955 to 1957, the period she spent on a Fulbright scholarship from the US at Newnham College, Cambridge. During this time she married Ted Hughes and travelled with him to Paris and Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFirst published as a catalogue for an exhibition at the Mayor Gallery, the tiny drawings in pen and ink are exquisitely observed. They include Parisian rooftops, trees and churches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833522049260,"sku":"9780571370276","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11378873482391.jpg?v=1758464666"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/frieda-hughes.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}