{"title":"Kim Hughes","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the compelling stories penned by Kim Hughes, an author known for diving deep into the realms of \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e. Bringing personal experiences to life, Hughes crafts narratives that not only inform but also deeply resonate with readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works, \u003cstrong\u003ePainting the Sand\u003c\/strong\u003e, offers a gripping account of his time serving in some of the most challenging environments. Through vivid storytelling and emotional depth, Hughes shares his journey with honesty and bravery. His works are not just books; they are an invitation to witness the resilience of the human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are drawn to personal sagas of courage, or you seek a deeper understanding of the unique paths people walk, Kim Hughes’ books are sure to engage and inspire. His writings are an essential addition to any collection dedicated to profound and enlightening life stories.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"painting-the-sand-by-kim-hughes-9781471156724","title":"Painting the Sand","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e Bestseller.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Breathtaking. Kim Hughes is the man who stands between us and oblivion.' \u003cb\u003eAndy McNab\u003c\/b\u003e (author of \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBravo Two Zero\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'An uplifting and enlightening account of the personal courage and dedication required to do a very lonely job in the most extreme of conditions.' \u003cb\u003eJohn Nichol\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci\u003eThe Mail On Sunday\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a book about science, bombs, and what happens to the human psyche when every day you go to work might be your last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKim Hughes is the most highly decorated bomb disposal operator serving in the British Army. He was awarded the \u003cb\u003eGeorge Cross\u003c\/b\u003e in 2009 following a gruelling six-month tour of duty in \u003cb\u003eAfghanistan\u003c\/b\u003e during which he defused \u003cb\u003e119 improvised explosive devices\u003c\/b\u003e, survived numerous Taliban ambushes and endured a close encounter with the Secretary of State for Defence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe backdrop to \u003ci\u003ePainting the Sand\u003c\/i\u003e is the \u003cb\u003eAfghan War\u003c\/b\u003e, the conflict where the cold courage of the bomb disposal operator rose to national prominence. No other field of warfare offers the chance for a single individual to come so close to his enemy and fight out a battle of wits where losing can mean death. This is one of the best memoirs that will come out of a ten-year struggle to defeat a hidden, and enduring, enemy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46515984498924,"sku":"9781471156724","price":27.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/21790553482711.jpg?v=1748911617"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kim-hughes.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}