{"title":"Maya Ward","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Maya Ward, an exceptional author known for her profound storytelling and evocative prose. Her works, including the celebrated book \u003cem\u003eThe Comfort of Water\u003c\/em\u003e, weave intricate narratives that explore themes of identity, nature, and spiritual connection. Set against rich, atmospheric backdrops, her stories offer a deep dive into the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaya Ward’s books are ideal for readers who appreciate introspective journeys and the beauty of language. Categorised under General Fiction, her works resonate with those who seek thought-provoking narratives and compelling characters. Each of her stories invites you to ponder life's complex questions, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the artful storytelling of Maya Ward and let her words transport you to a world of profound reflection and emotional depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-comfort-of-water-by-maya-ward-9781921924286","title":"The Comfort of Water","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the joyful yet heartbreaking true story of four friends who walk a 21-day pilgrimage from the sea to the source of Melbourne's Yarra River. There is no path for most of the way, but offers of campsites and boats, and free access to private lands, illustrates the generosity shown to pilgrims even in modern times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Comfort of Water: A River Pilgrimage\u003c\/i\u003e, Maya Ward's lyrical exploration of her river as it winds through the city and the wild, is a revelation, a testament to the fact that the greatest of worlds are often at our doorstep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaya's telling of her own journey and that of her fellow walkers is seamlessly woven together with ecological and cultural history, the revelation of the pilgrim's path and the unknowable depth of Aboriginal myth. Through trekking this Wurundjeri Songline, this ancient, ever-renewing river, she discovers rich possibilities of belonging and shares how a river can nourish the passion and resilience required to transform our world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846045716716,"sku":"9781921924286","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7653983482872.jpg?v=1758903815"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/maya-ward.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}