{"title":"Torbjorn Ekelund","description":"\u003cp\u003eTorbjørn Ekelund is a captivating author whose works beautifully blend the exploration of the natural world with personal introspection. His writing transports readers into the heart of his adventures while offering profound observations about the world and our place within it. Ekelund's books, often found in the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category, provide a unique vantage point that is both educational and deeply moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his notable works, \u003cem\u003eThe Boy and the Mountain\u003c\/em\u003e, invites readers on a compelling journey of wilderness exploration. Through this book, Ekelund delves into the intricate relationship between humans and nature, crafting a narrative that is as enlightening as it is engaging. His storytelling is renowned for its ability to captivate and inspire those seeking to connect with the natural environment on a deeper level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse through our Torbjørn Ekelund collection and discover writings that not only narrate personal adventures but also invite reflection and a greater appreciation for the natural landscapes that surround us.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-boy-and-the-mountain-by-torbjorn-ekelund-9781771645096","title":"The Boy and the Mountain","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this engrossing book, a father and son ascend a mountain together, retracing the steps of a boy who went missing there a century earlier—a quest that spawns a tender meditation on nature, family, and the joy of discovery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSix-year-old Hans Torske disappeared in Norway's Skrim mountains in 1894. Why he wandered away from his family's cabin is still a mystery, but his body was found the following summer, lying atop a 2,860-foot mountain peak and covered with his thin jacket. More than 100 years later, nature writer Torbjørn Ekelund and his seven-year-old son, August, attempt the same summit. It's August's first overnight hiking trip, and Ekelund is eager to share his love of nature with his son. But soon, he notices that the ways children and adults experience nature are vastly different, for better and for worse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Boy and the Mountain\u003c\/em\u003e reflects on what parenthood requires: experiencing the joy of watching your child go out into the world for the first time, while also worrying about the dangers they may face. Filled with curiosity, humility, and deep gratitude for wild places, this gem of a book is a celebration of the uncompromising nature of the elements, our bond with them, and the special relationship between father and son.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846015668460,"sku":"9781771645096","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/21494743482818.jpg?v=1758902912"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/torbjorn-ekelund.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}