{"title":"John Gatfield","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Gatfield\u003c\/strong\u003e offers richly crafted historical narratives that immerse readers in the tumultuous eras of the past. His work often explores the profound human experiences behind major events, with a particular focus on World War I, blending meticulous research with compelling storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFans of historical fiction will appreciate Gatfield’s ability to bring history to life through vivid characters and evocative settings. His books invite reflection on the complexities of war and the resilience of the human spirit amidst conflict and change.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-rsl-book-of-world-war-i-by-john-gatfield-9780732299668","title":"The RSL Book of World War I","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue stories from the frontlines of World War I\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe RSL Book of World War I\u003c\/em\u003e is published to mark the centenary of the First World War and of the RSL in 2016. This collection comprises 100 true stories of Aussie courage from those who were in the action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe RSL, an Australian icon, has supported Australian veterans since 1916, pledging that their sacrifices will never be forgotten. From the annals of the RSL come these compelling yarns and memories, written by diggers for diggers, capturing the impact of war on those who took part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith eyewitness accounts ranging from Gallipoli to the Middle East and the Western Front, Australia's Great War is brought to life with humour, pathos, and vivid detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover a rare account of the capture of German New Guinea, the first Australian action of the war, and experience the Gallipoli campaign through the diggers' eyes. Learn how a Light Horse patrol daringly slipped through advancing Turkish troops to warn their mates of danger, a sapper's-eye view of the battle of Fromelles, how the Melbourne Cup was run on the Western Front - and so much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCollected here for the first time, these stories are a must-read record of World War I.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47600239935724,"sku":"9780732299668","price":58.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780732299668-the-rsl-book-of-world-war-i.jpg?v=1777986967"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/john-gatfield.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}