{"title":"Angus Fontaine","description":"\u003cp\u003eAngus Fontaine is a remarkable author whose work delves deeply into the realm of Biography and Memoir. His engaging writing style and meticulous attention to detail make his stories both enlightening and accessible for readers of all backgrounds. Fontaine's expertise in weaving personal anecdotes with broader historical and cultural insights allows his narratives to resonate on multiple levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Fontaine’s notable works, \u003cem\u003eRide On\u003c\/em\u003e, exemplifies his talent for capturing the human spirit. This gripping memoir not only chronicles personal experiences but also paints a vivid portrait of the times and places that shape these stories. Readers can expect a rich tapestry of emotions, marked by both triumphs and trials, all delivered with honesty and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned reader of memoirs or just venturing into the genre, the collection of Angus Fontaine's works promises an enriching and memorable journey through the lives of compelling characters and settings. Discover the depth and nuance that Fontaine brings to the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category, inviting you to learn, reflect, and ultimately be inspired.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ride-on-by-angus-fontaine-9781761473142","title":"Ride On","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Melbourne Cup: the most prestigious horse race in Australia and never won by a female jockey—until 2015.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Michelle Payne swept across the finish line, she made history and galloped straight into our hearts. Yet what came next for Michelle was an even wilder ride: a whirlwind of international celebrity that drove her to breaking point, a second catastrophic race fall, and an excruciating fight to walk again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTen years later, \u003ci\u003eRide On\u003c\/i\u003e reveals exactly what empowered Michelle's trailblazing win and her following triumphs in the face of extraordinary adversity and pain—the experiences, perspective, and discipline that helped her dig deeper and reach further than she'd ever thought possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTaking us on an inspirational journey, Michelle shares how she found the courage, resilience, and work ethic to keep fighting and winning; how horses helped her heal; and how kindness helped her survive the devastating deaths of her mother, brother, and two sisters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom childhood dream to dazzling success, this book takes us behind the glamour to encounter the raw, poignant, and astounding story of a life lived against the odds: lessons of love and loss, hope and happiness, patience over power, and finding the will—no matter what—to ride on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46741176680684,"sku":"9781761473142","price":33.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/e28aa0b3889645a357642d827cf927a0.jpg?v=1755603250"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/angus-fontaine.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}