{"title":"Max Quinn","description":"\u003cp\u003eMax Quinn's works immerse readers in the vibrant world of \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e, blending insightful commentary with compelling storytelling. Titles like \u003cstrong\u003eA Life of Extremes\u003c\/strong\u003e showcase a profound exploration of human experiences and creative expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFans of thoughtful narratives will appreciate Quinn's ability to navigate complex themes with clarity and passion, offering fresh perspectives that resonate beyond the page. His writing invites reflection on the intersections of art, life, and identity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-life-of-extremes-by-max-quinn-9781775594321","title":"A Life of Extremes","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFilming in the world’s most extreme environments requires more than just a steady hand.\u003c\/em\u003e In temperatures as low as -50 degrees, your body shuts down and your equipment freezes up. But it’s worth it to witness and record the stunning beauty and epic struggle of life on the edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1991 when he spent 11 months filming the wildlife of Antarctica, Max Quinn has been the go-to filmmaker for documentaries such as \u003cem\u003eExpedition Antarctica\u003c\/em\u003e (2010), \u003cem\u003eHunting the Ice Whale\u003c\/em\u003e (2013) and \u003cem\u003eSouth America’s Weirdest\u003c\/em\u003e (2019). \u003cem\u003eA Life of Extremes\u003c\/em\u003e tells the stories and shares the stunning images from Quinn’s 20 years of adventures in polar climates. Be it travelling 80 kilometres over crevassed ice to a lonely colony of Emperor penguins, or figuring out how to keep cameras warm in the coldest places on earth, Max Quinn has a story to tell about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural history fans will be enthralled by the rich and layered stories, while film buffs will marvel at techniques required to keep the camera rolling when pushed to the absolute limit of endurance. Become inspired to leave the tourist trail behind with this unique book about what life is like behind the camera, beyond public transport and even human habitation. Learn about dog sled racing, the last great ice age, penguin colonies, and everything else that happens in the immensely beautiful landscapes where the temperature is permanently below freezing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47772941746412,"sku":"9781775594321","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781775594321-a-life-of-extremes.jpg?v=1782175526"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/max-quinn.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}