{"title":"Anthony Weller","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by \u003cem\u003eAnthony Weller\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinctive voice in the world of \u003cstrong\u003eTravel \u0026amp; Adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e writing. Anthony Weller, a celebrated author and musician, crafts narratives that transport readers to far-off places, blending rich descriptions with captivating stories. His books offer glimpses into uncharted territories, filled with personal insights and stunning detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Puka-Puka\u003c\/em\u003e, a delightful exploration of lesser-known Pacific islands. Weller’s writing is characterised by his genuine curiosity about the world and a talent for storytelling that captivates adventurers and wanderers alike. Each page promises a journey brimming with discovery and enchantment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs you delve into Anthony Weller’s gripping tales, prepare to embark on literary adventures that inspire the traveller within and shed light on the diverse cultures and landscapes of our vast world. Enjoy the journey!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-book-of-puka-puka-by-robert-dean-frisbie-9781780601410","title":"The Book of Puka-Puka","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePuka-Puka is a triangular coral reef, some seven miles in circumference with three islands. It frames a lagoon so clear that one can see the coral forests some ten fathoms below. It is the most remote, and probably the most beautiful, of all the Cook Islands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRobert Dean Frisbie was born in Ohio (1896) but his health was crippled after fighting in the First World War. In 1920, he sailed for the Southern Pacific with a library of books, a desire to live, and an ambition to write. In 1924, he travelled out to Puka-Puka and over the next four years, he wrote a series of twenty-nine articles for \u003ci\u003eAtlantic Monthly\u003c\/i\u003e, which were later gathered together to create \u003ci\u003eThe Book of Puka-Puka\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Book of Puka-Puka\u003c\/i\u003e is not about travel, it is about staying still. It is about living as a conspicuous stranger and slowly allowing yourself to become absorbed into the ways of an ancient, indigenous community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072370688236,"sku":"9781780601410","price":71.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26800513482821.jpg?v=1765098888"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/anthony-weller.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}