{"title":"Simon Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of Simon Wood's works, a testament to his passion for footwear and its cultural significance. Simon Wood, an esteemed figure in the world of sneakers, brings an informative and captivating lens to the vibrant universe of sneaker culture. His books are a delightful exploration for both seasoned enthusiasts and curious newcomers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this category, you'll discover titles such as \u003cem\u003eSneaker Freaker. The Ultimate Sneaker Book. 45th Ed.\u003c\/em\u003e, which offers a comprehensive journey through the evolution and impact of sneakers on global fashion and street culture. This title is considered a must-have for anyone with a keen interest in the arts and culture surrounding footwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, \u003cem\u003eSneaker Freaker. World's Greatest Sneaker Collectors\u003c\/em\u003e delves into the collections and motivations of some of the most passionate sneaker aficionados worldwide. This fascinating read shines a light on the community and craftsmanship that elevates sneakers from simple shoes to cultural artefacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach of Simon Wood's books is a celebration of creativity, innovation, and the ever-evolving story of sneakers. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of this cultural phenomenon or to indulge in the stunning visuals and stories of sneaker history, Simon Wood's collection is the perfect blend of arts and culture literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sneaker-freaker-the-ultimate-sneaker-book-45th-ed-by-simon-wood-9783836597982","title":"Sneaker Freaker. The Ultimate Sneaker Book. 45th Ed.","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack in 2002, \u003cb\u003eSimon \"Woody\" Wood\u003c\/b\u003e was dreaming up schemes to get free sneakers. Two weeks later, he was the proud owner of \u003cem\u003eSneaker Freaker\u003c\/em\u003e and his life was never the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom its early roots as a punk-style fanzine to today's super-slick print and online operations, the fiercely independent publication has documented \u003cb\u003eevery collab, custom, limited edition, retro reissue, Quickstrike, Hyperstrike, and Tier Zero sneaker\u003c\/b\u003e released over the last 20 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWoody's original premise that \u003cem\u003eSneaker Freaker\u003c\/em\u003e would be \"funny and serious, meaningful and pointless at the same time\" has certainly been vindicated in \u003cem\u003eThe Ultimate Sneaker Book\u003c\/em\u003e. With more than \u003cb\u003e500 pages jam-packed with insider knowledge\u003c\/b\u003e and his own irreverent observations, the insane historical detail and otaku-level minutiae is beyond obsessive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTraversing \u003cb\u003e100 years of history\u003c\/b\u003e, each chapter paints a rollicking picture of the sneaker industry's evolution. Air Max, Air Force, Adi Dassler, Converse, Dapper Dan, Dee Brown, and Michael Jordan—along with obscure treasures like Troop, Airwalk, and Vision Street Wear—are all exhaustively documented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a definitive source of knowledge. This is... \u003ci\u003eThe Ultimate Sneaker Book!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47082559602924,"sku":"9783836597982","price":62.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/c465c58c1597ca304c393f505d8b289e.jpg?v=1771210067"},{"product_id":"sneaker-freaker-worlds-greatest-sneaker-collectors-by-simon-wood-9783836596299","title":"Sneaker Freaker. World's Greatest Sneaker Collectors","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimon \"Woody\" Wood, founder and editor-in-chief of \u003cem\u003eSneaker Freaker\u003c\/em\u003e magazine, has spent the last two decades analysing the global cult of footwear fanatics. 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