{"title":"Oliver Chris","description":"\u003cp\u003eOliver Chris offers readers a lively exploration of the arts and culture, weaving wit and insight into narratives that entertain and provoke thought. His works, such as \u003cem\u003eJack Absolute Flies Again\u003c\/em\u003e, showcase a flair for sharp dialogue and vibrant characters set against richly imagined backdrops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a blend of humour and drama that captures the essence of British theatrical tradition, inviting readers to enjoy stories that are as engaging as they are cleverly crafted. Oliver Chris’s writing is a compelling choice for those who appreciate a contemporary take on classic themes.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"jack-absolute-flies-again-by-richard-bean-9781350183896","title":"Jack Absolute Flies Again","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat will happen in England after we have won this war?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBunting! Bunting everywhere!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAfter the bunting has been taken down.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThey will never take down our bunting!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJuly 1940. After an aerial dog fight, Pilot Officer Jack Absolute flies home to win the heart of his old flame, Lydia Languish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBack on British soil, Jack’s advances soon turn to anarchy when the young heiress demands to be loved on her own, very particular, terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Brinsley Sheridan’s classic comedy of manners, \u003cem\u003eThe Rivals\u003c\/em\u003e, is given an uproarious Battle of Britain update by Richard Bean and Oliver Chris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2011, Richard Bean became the first playwright to win the Evening Standard Award for Best Play for two plays, \u003cem\u003eThe Heretic\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eOne Man, Two Guvnors\u003c\/em\u003e. This edition was published to coincide with the world premiere at the National Theatre, London, in July 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47596696764652,"sku":"9781350183896","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781350183896-jack-absolute-flies-again.jpg?v=1777937058"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/oliver-chris.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}