{"title":"Leslie Scott","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the compelling works of \u003cem\u003eLeslie Scott\u003c\/em\u003e, an author renowned for their evocative storytelling and profound insights into human experiences. Known for the acclaimed book \u003cstrong\u003eOnce Were Wild\u003c\/strong\u003e, Leslie Scott leads readers on journeys that traverse both heart and mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e category, Scott's works stand out for their narrative depth and emotional resonance. They expertly weave personal history with broader social themes, creating a tapestry that offers both reflection and revelation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngage with Leslie Scott's writing to explore stories that delve deep into the past, revealing the untamed spirit and resilience of individuals. Each book promises a rich, enlightening experience, inviting readers to ponder life's complexities and triumphs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"once-were-wild-by-leslie-scott-9781761067143","title":"Once Were Wild","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Leslie Scott discovers two brumbies living on the rugged Mount Beckworth, she almost can't believe it. Brumbies don't live in Central Victoria, and the terrain is not suited to them, so how did they get there?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe horses are scared and unused to people, but the mountain is not a safe place for horses. With summer heat on its way, the waterholes are drying up and food is getting scarce - and local rumour has it that logging is soon to begin. Looking into the eyes of the young colt she names Milo, Leslie knows it's up to her to gain their trust and get them down to safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery day for months Leslie makes the hike up the mountain, slowly but surely building a connection with Milo and his companion Lucy, but there are other mysterious things happening up there - bones being rearranged into different shapes - and always the question: who left the horses here in the first place?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOnce Were Wild\u003c\/em\u003e is a fascinating and heart-warming story about a woman and her resourcefulness and determination to do what's right for two beautiful brumbies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46845167534316,"sku":"9781761067143","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/28058373482814.jpg?v=1758871931"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/leslie-scott.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}