{"title":"Stefan Merrill Block","description":"\u003cp\u003eStefan Merrill Block is a critically acclaimed author known for his captivating storytelling and engaging prose. With a knack for weaving intricate narratives, Block delves into the intricacies of human emotions and familial bonds. His works often explore the depths of memory and identity, making them resonate deeply with readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne noteworthy addition to his repertoire is \u003cem\u003eHomeschooled\u003c\/em\u003e, a poignant entry in the \u003cstrong\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/strong\u003e category. This book offers a compelling glimpse into personal history, providing a touching reflection on the author's upbringing and the unique educational experiences that shaped him. Block's ability to blend personal narrative with universal themes ensures his writing is both relatable and thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're new to Stefan Merrill Block's works or a long-time fan, this collection promises to captivate and inspire, offering a window into both his literary skill and the rich tapestry of human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"homeschooled-by-stefan-merrill-block-9781806770038","title":"Homeschooled","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e‘A love story and a domestic horror story’ Michael Cunningham\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStefan Merrill Block was nine when his mother pulled him from school in Plano, Texas, certain that his teachers were ‘stifling his creativity’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYears before homeschooling became a nationwide movement in the US, Stefan vanished from the system and into his mother’s increasingly eccentric theories and projects – including her quest to bleach her 12-year-old son’s hair to recapture his earliest years, and to make him crawl not walk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond his formal lessons in maths, he was largely left to his own devices academically, leaving vast gaps in his knowledge. When, after five years away from the outside world, he re-entered the school system, he was in for a jarring awakening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt once a novelistic portrait of mother and son, and an illuminating window into an overlooked corner of the US education system, \u003cem\u003eHomeschooled\u003c\/em\u003e is a moving, funny and ultimately inspiring story of a son’s battle for a life of his own choosing, and the price of a mother’s insatiable love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gardners Books Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272127627500,"sku":"9781806770038","price":57.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7628893482831.jpg?v=1770078984"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/stefan-merrill-block.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}