{"title":"Valerie Taylor","description":"\u003cp\u003eValerie Taylor is a pioneering figure whose fearless spirit and adventurous life have captivated readers around the world. Known for her remarkable contributions to marine conservation and underwater photography, Taylor has spent decades exploring the mysteries of the deep blue sea. Her work and life stories serve not only as an enthralling read but also as an inspiration to aspiring adventurers and ecologists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection of books under her name, particularly \u003cem\u003eValerie Taylor: An Adventurous Life\u003c\/em\u003e, offers an intimate glimpse into her experiences and the passion that drove her profound connection with the ocean. These titles fall under the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category, allowing readers to delve into the details of her exhilarating journey and the significant milestones she achieved over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for anyone interested in the natural world, underwater exploration, and the lives of those who dedicate themselves to environmental protection, this collection highlights Taylor's unwavering courage and relentless pursuit of her dreams. Her stories not only illuminate the wonders of life beneath the waves but also encourage a deeper appreciation of our planet's marine ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"valerie-taylor-an-adventurous-life-by-valerie-taylor-9780733641725","title":"Valerie Taylor: An Adventurous Life","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 83 years old, Valerie Taylor has lived a big, bold adventurous life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in Australia, Valerie spent a great deal of her childhood in New Zealand. A talented artist, she dropped out of school when she contracted polio and was saved by Sister Elizabeth Kenny's treatment plan; it was two years before she could walk unaided. When Valerie was fifteen, she found work as an animator and moved back to Australia with her family. All the while she thrived on being close to the ocean, and was a keen spear fisher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the 1950s, she met Ron Taylor and then her real adventures started. Together they sailed all over the world, photographing and filming their travels for magazines, TV and movies, and making many documentaries. Valerie and Ron became interested in conservation, and focused on sharks in particular. They did all the shark work on \u003ci\u003eJaws\u003c\/i\u003e, and James Cameron decided he wanted to become a filmmaker because of Valerie and her husband.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eValerie is working with the brilliant Ben Mckelvey to share her story of falling in love with the ocean and with her husband, Ron. From trainee animator to Spielberg, from \u003ci\u003eJAWS\u003c\/i\u003e to \u003ci\u003eBLUE LAGOON\u003c\/i\u003e, this is the remarkable story of an incredible woman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846958862572,"sku":"9780733641725","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780733641725.jpg?v=1758929467"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/valerie-taylor.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}