{"title":"Owen Booth","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of \u003cstrong\u003eOwen Booth\u003c\/strong\u003e, an author celebrated for his engaging storytelling and unique narrative voice. Known for crafting tales that seamlessly blend elements of adventure with rich historical contexts, Owen Booth has captivated readers through his compelling character development and imaginative plots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Booth’s standout works, \u003cem\u003eThe All True Adventures (and Rare Education) of the Daredevil Daniel Bones\u003c\/em\u003e, exemplifies his knack for weaving gripping adventures that are as entertaining as they are thought-provoking. Through intricate storytelling and a dash of humour, Booth invites readers on a journey filled with unexpected twists and enlightening moments, making his work a delightful addition to the realm of general fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBooth’s books are perfect for readers who appreciate a blend of history and fiction, seasoned with a touch of whimsy. Dive into his imaginative world and discover why Owen Booth is a must-read author for anyone seeking both entertainment and insight in their literary journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-all-true-adventures-and-rare-education-of-the-daredevil-daniel-bones-by-owen-booth-9780008282585","title":"The All True Adventures (and Rare Education) of the Daredevil Daniel Bones","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA gloriously moving and entertaining, picaresque debut novel, about a young man’s sentimental education in late 19th-Century Europe; inspired by a real historical figure: ‘Captain’ Paul Boyton – the ‘Fearless Frogman’.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“But who among you might assist me on this adventure?” the Captain shouts.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnd then the Captain’s eyes fall on me, as was his plan all along, and he points me out, making sure just so’s everyone can see.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“What about you, sir?”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Me?”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“A strong young man to journey with me across the wild continent, to support me in my life-saving work, and take the name of his village to the farthest corners of civilisation – and paid a wage, of course!”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Of course!” everyone shouts.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1880s are drawing to a close, and 14-(maybe-15)-year-old Daniel Bones fears that the prospects for him and his younger brother Will may be dimming with the century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the motherless sons of a drunken blacksmith, life on a barren spit of land reaching into the Essex estuary holds little promise. Until one evening, from out of the water, there emerges the astonishing figure of Captain Clarke B: cigar-smoking daredevil adventurer, charlatan, casanova and inventor of the world-famous life-saving inflatable suit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the Captain embarks on his ramshackle promotional tour of Europe, Daniel is sucked into his wake, on an adventure that will carry him through the waterways of the continent, encountering Kings and Princesses, wealthy widows, irate husbands, anarchists, arms dealers and shadowy power-brokers. It’s an education beyond Dan’s wildest imaginings, across countries undergoing the convulsions of all kinds of revolution, and one that will open his eyes, and his heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut as he travels further into the dazzle of notoriety and the darkness that lies behind it, Dan’s promise to return and rescue Will seems ever harder to keep. For in the Captain’s world of smoke and mirrors it is all too easy to lose sight of who he is, or \u003cem\u003ethe man\u003c\/em\u003e he ought to be…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46212868243692,"sku":"9780008282585","price":23.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780008282585.jpg?v=1740452341"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/owen-booth.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}