{"title":"Series: Mandala Earth","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the 'Mandala Earth' series, a remarkable collection of works that vividly captures the narratives of passionate individuals who champion environmental and social causes. This series offers insightful perspectives through the genres of Biography \u0026amp; Memoir, providing readers with an intimate look into the lives and motivations of dedicated activists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmongst these inspiring titles is \u003cem\u003eThe Activist's Media Handbook\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling guide that not only recounts personal journeys but also serves as an educational resource for budding activists. The book is designed to arm readers with practical tools and strategies for effectively engaging media platforms and raising awareness for critical issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 'Mandala Earth' collection is essential reading for anyone interested in understanding the personal stories and strategic methodologies behind impactful activism. Whether you're exploring these biographies to gain inspiration or seeking practical advice, you'll find a wealth of valuable information and encouragement packed within each volume.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-activists-media-handbook-by-david-fenton-9781647228668","title":"The Activist's Media Handbook","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivist and public relations thought leader David Fenton shares lessons on how to organise successful media campaigns, cultivated from more than half a century working within some of history’s most impactful social movements.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn an extraordinary career, David Fenton has learned first-hand what to do—and not to do—to propel progressive causes into the public eye and create real, impactful, lasting change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA visionary activist, Fenton has been the driving force behind some of the most important and history-making campaigns of the last 50 years. From the No-Nukes concerts with Bruce Springsteen in 1979, to the campaigns to free Nelson Mandela and end apartheid in the late 1980s, exposing the dangers of toxic chemicals in our food, the long battle to legalise marijuana and end racist drug laws, the misinformation in Washington during the Bush era in the 2000s, and recent campaigns that successfully banned fracking in New York and alerted the public to the climate crisis, including the environmental impact of Bitcoin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReflecting on his life, with tales of living in a commune, photographing riots and rock stars, working at \u003ci\u003eRolling Stone\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eHigh Times\u003c\/i\u003e magazines, rabble-rousing with Abbie Hoffman, and collaborating with presidents and celebrities, David tells the fascinating story of how he developed the strategies and tactics that have made him a successful media agitator. David then shows how these tools can be used by anyone to advance their cause.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart rollercoaster memoir, part practical guide, \u003ci\u003eThe Activist's Media Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e provides an essential toolkit for today’s activists for organising to win: how to tell your story, captivate audiences, and inspire them to join the cause.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46628213293292,"sku":"9781647228668","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13105223482774.jpg?v=1751907000"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/series-mandala-earth.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}