{"title":"Lisa Bellear","description":"\u003cp\u003eLisa Bellear's works explore the vibrant intersections of identity, culture, and place, often reflecting on the complexities of urban life through a deeply personal lens. Her writing weaves together poetry and prose that resonate with themes of history, resilience, and the quest for belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect a compelling journey through heartfelt narratives and evocative imagery that capture the spirit of contemporary Australian experiences. Bellear's voice is both powerful and intimate, inviting reflection on the arts and culture that shape communities today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dreaming-in-the-urban-areas-by-lisa-bellear-9780702268526","title":"Dreaming in the Urban Areas","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow included in UQP's First Nations Classics series with an introduction from Kirli Saunders, \u003cem\u003eDreaming in the Urban Areas\u003c\/em\u003e is an unforgettable work of Indigenous poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLisa Bellear (1961-2006) was a Goenpul woman of the Noonuccal people of Minjerribah, Queensland. She was a respected poet, photographer, activist, spokeswoman, dramatist, comedian and broadcaster. Her work in social justice, campaigning for equality and Indigenous rights, and her contribution to Indigenous writing, academia and the arts had a huge impact on many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNotably, Lisa was a presenter on Melbourne's 3CR radio network's Not Another Koori Show, and performed her poetry in Australia, North America and across Europe. \u003cem\u003eDreaming in the Urban Areas\u003c\/em\u003e was her first, and only, published poetry collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48147258376428,"sku":"9780702268526","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780702268526-dreaming-in-the-urban-areas.jpg?v=1786447448"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/lisa-bellear.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}