{"title":"Rose Ellis","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the fascinating world of Rose Ellis, a renowned author celebrated for her compelling contributions to the \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e genre. Her works are cherished for their vivid storytelling and meticulous attention to detail, effortlessly drawing readers into the lives of her subjects. One standout book in her collection is \u003cem\u003eBee Miles\u003c\/em\u003e, which delves into the captivating tale of an iconic Australian figure, bringing her story to life through Ellis's refined narrative style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEllis's biographies are crafted with a profound respect for her subjects, balancing factual accuracy with engaging prose. Her books offer readers not just a glimpse into history but also a deeply personal journey through the lives of extraordinary individuals. Whether you're an avid biography enthusiast or new to the genre, Rose Ellis's works provide an enriching reading experience, illuminating the multifaceted nature of human life and achievement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the unique allure of Rose Ellis's writing and join countless others in celebrating her contributions to literature that honours and preserves the rich tapestries of personal histories.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bee-miles-by-rose-ellis-9781761069130","title":"Bee Miles","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShortlisted for the Australian History prize in the 2024 Prime Minister's Literary Awards\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShortlisted for the 2024 National Biography Award\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBee Miles\u003c\/i\u003e was a truly larger-than-life character. Famous for being outrageous in public, or, as she said, living 'recklessly', she shocked and intrigued cities and towns across Australia. But she was no ordinary wanderer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn into a wealthy family, Bee moved in Sydney's literary and artistic circles in the 1920s and 1930s before she took up residence on the streets. A consummate performer and a perceptive critic, she caught the public's imagination with her spectacular acts of defiance, emerging majestically from the surf with a knife strapped to each thigh, stopping a country train in its tracks, hitchhiking across remote Australia, and drawing large city crowds with her Shakespeare recitations. She was once even voted more famous than the Prime Minister. She was also repeatedly incarcerated in prisons, confined to mental hospitals, and treated brutally by a succession of authority figures, starting with her father.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBee constantly defied conventional expectations of female behaviour. The public found her captivating and fragments of her story have been told again and again in many forms. Until now, no-one has uncovered the real story behind the colourful legend. This first full biography offers a fascinating glimpse into a dark side of Australia's history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Empathetic and thoroughly researched, this superb biography is the most outstanding Australian non-fiction book I have read so far this year. Miles tended to be caricatured during her lifetime, but now we have a full portrait of one of the most remarkable individuals ever to call Australia home. Bee Miles at last has been accorded her rightful place in history.' \u003cb\u003e-\u003ci\u003eThe Sydney Morning Herald\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'These pages dance with details of a forgotten Australia, in which the sane were in asylums, the rich were on the left, and clever Bee Miles dominated the city of Sydney.' -\u003cb\u003eAlison Bashford, author of \u003ci\u003eAn Intimate History of Evolution\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'The remarkable tale of an eternal vagabond, Bohemian to her core.' -\u003cb\u003eLucy Frost, historian and author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A thrilling ride through the life of one of Australia's most gifted yet misunderstood characters. I adored it!' -\u003cb\u003eMandy Sayer, award-winning author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A brilliant rollercoaster of a book.' -\u003cb\u003eCraig Munro, author of \u003ci\u003eLiterary Lion Tamers\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46798733082860,"sku":"9781761069130","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/28078243482814.jpg?v=1757215284"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/rose-ellis.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}