{"title":"Sharon Bown","description":"\u003cp\u003eSharon Bown is an extraordinary author who brings her remarkable life experiences to the forefront in her writing. Known for her candid and emotive storytelling, Sharon captures readers with her authentic voice and compelling narratives. Her works fall under the \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e category, offering an immersive experience into the profound personal journey she has undertaken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe standout title in her collection, \u003cem\u003eOne Woman's War and Peace\u003c\/em\u003e, chronicles her time as a nurse in the Royal Australian Air Force. This powerful memoir delves into Sharon's experiences in conflict zones and the personal and professional challenges she faced. It serves not only as a gripping account of her resilience and courage in the face of adversity but also as an insightful look into the complexities of military service from a woman's perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs you explore Sharon Bown's collection, you'll find her writing to be not only informative but also deeply inspiring, providing a unique lens into the life of someone who has navigated the perils of war and the path towards peace. Her narrative is a testament to strength, healing, and the intricate tapestry of human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"one-womans-war-and-peace-by-sharon-bown-9781925335316","title":"One Woman's War and Peace","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1999, idealistic 23-year-old Registered Nurse Sharon Bown left her comfortable family life in Tasmania and joined the Royal Australian Air Force with the aim of providing humanitarian aid to the world. Through her 16-year military career, she deployed on three operations, barely survived a helicopter crash, and struggled to return to military service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShe navigated political circles in Canberra and around the world as Aide de Camp to the Minister for Defence and commanded a combat surgical team during some of the most intense fighting in Afghanistan. During this time, she lost her mother to breast cancer and almost lost her policeman father to a homicidal psychopath, who, on his way to shoot his girlfriend, decided to kill a cop instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom teaching East Timorese orphans to learn English to tending to wounded Coalition soldiers choppered into her surgical team from deadly battles on the Afghan dust, Sharon’s story is that of a sheltered civilian RN becoming a military Nursing Officer and a commander. Her military service was unique, varied, and far-reaching but came at the cost of her physical and mental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA broken back, shattered jaw, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder are the price she has paid for a remarkable and inspirational career in the Royal Australian Air Force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne Woman's War and Peace\u003c\/em\u003e is a compelling narrative of resilience and courage under fire, showcasing the extraordinary life and service of Sharon Bown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46628083171564,"sku":"9781925335316","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13678493482873.jpg?v=1751899872"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/sharon-bown.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}