{"title":"Victor Menza","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by the remarkable Victor Menza. Known for his compelling narratives and introspective storytelling, Menza offers readers a unique glimpse into the human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVictor Menza's books, such as \u003cem\u003eThe Rabbit Between Us\u003c\/em\u003e, bridge the realms of reality and reflection, making them a captivating addition to the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir genre. Through his eloquent prose, Menza unravels personal stories that resonate with authenticity and emotional depth, drawing readers into a world of empathy and understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a new reader or a long-time fan, Menza's works promise to deliver insightful perspectives and thought-provoking experiences. Dive into his narratives today and explore the nuanced tapestry of life that he so masterfully weaves.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-rabbit-between-us-by-victor-menza-9781803091983","title":"The Rabbit Between Us","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne morning as they parted, Victor Menza’s daughter handed him a bunny postcard. This gift made him wonder why rabbits had been their symbol of visitation: “How did this kind of creature become such a powerful way of feeling your presence?”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough philosophy, history, education, art, and personal musing on everyday uncanny experiences, Menza reveals why people have long found rabbits our special kin and emblems of love. Menza considers human nature and how we are undone by separation—both from each other and from our childhood selves. Surprising allies in these non-traditional philosophical wanderings include Ludwig Wittgenstein, Elizabeth Bowen, Albert Murray, Beatrix Potter, Donald Winnicott, Sterling Stuckey, and Lev Vygotsky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMenza examines what symbols are and how they work, the value of dialect, and the subversive lesson of animal fables, alongside his thoughts on language learning, memory, and slavery. Only now did he see that he’d taken to Brer Rabbit early on. Just as the Uncle Remus tales displayed the small hero’s virtues in warm dialogues, \u003ci\u003eThe Rabbit Between Us\u003c\/i\u003e shows we abound in talents and moves when we “lean like Socrates did to the Aesop in us.” Gentle and political at once, this unique book will appeal to any intellectually curious reader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46855887913196,"sku":"9781803091983","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27019923482829.jpg?v=1759281984"},{"product_id":"the-rabbit-between-us-by-victor-menza-9780857427977","title":"The Rabbit Between Us","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne morning as they parted, Victor Menza’s daughter handed him a bunny postcard. This gift made him wonder why rabbits had been their symbol of visitation: “How did this kind of creature become such a powerful way of feeling your presence?”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough philosophy, history, education, art, and personal musing on everyday uncanny experiences, Menza reveals why people have long found rabbits our special kin and emblems of love. Menza considers human nature and how we are undone by separation—both from each other and from our childhood selves. Surprising allies in these non-traditional philosophical wanderings include Ludwig Wittgenstein, Elizabeth Bowen, Albert Murray, Beatrix Potter, Donald Winnicott, Sterling Stuckey, and Lev Vygotsky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMenza examines what symbols are and how they work, the value of dialect, and the subversive lesson of animal fables, alongside his thoughts on language learning, memory, and slavery. Only now did he see that he’d taken to Brer Rabbit early on. Just as the Uncle Remus tales displayed the small hero’s virtues in warm dialogues, \u003ci\u003eThe Rabbit Between Us\u003c\/i\u003e shows we abound in talents and moves when we “lean like Socrates did to the Aesop in us.” Gentle and political at once, this unique book will appeal to any intellectually curious reader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46855892566252,"sku":"9780857427977","price":46.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7205303482493.jpg?v=1759281996"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/victor-menza.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}