{"title":"Chris Barns","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeet Chris Barns, a remarkable author who brings the heart of the Australian outback to readers worldwide through his captivating memoirs. Known affectionately as 'Kangaroo Dundee', Chris has dedicated his life to the rescue and rehabilitation of one of Australia's most iconic marsupials, the kangaroo. His passion and dedication shine through in his writing, offering a unique glimpse into the life of these majestic creatures and the challenges they face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this captivating collection, you will find books such as \u003cem\u003eKangaroo Dundee\u003c\/em\u003e, where Chris shares his deeply personal and inspiring journey of becoming a renowned wildlife caretaker. Written with warmth and honesty, these memoirs not only highlight his profound connection with wildlife but also provide insightful reflections on the environmental and cultural landscape of Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChris Barns’ works in the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category offer an enlightening experience for anyone looking to explore the bond between humans and wildlife. His stories are filled with both heart-warming and heart-wrenching moments, painting a vivid picture of the life of an animal rescuer. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast or simply love an engaging life story, Chris Barns' books are a delightful addition to any bookshelf.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kangaroo-dundee-by-chris-barns-9781444753349","title":"Kangaroo Dundee","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrolga (aka Chris Barns) is the 6ft 7in strong but sensitive Aussie star of the extraordinary \u003cb\u003eBBC series\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eKangaroo Dundee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e. Brolga lives in a simple tin shed in the outback, where he raises orphaned baby kangaroos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a sad fact of life that kangaroo mothers are at the mercy of speeding cars in this part of the world. Killed on the road, their young remain tucked up in their pouches. These young joeys, holding on to life, have been given a second chance thanks to the kindness and dedication of Brolga, who carefully retrieves them and nurses them back to health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrolga has been rescuing these special creatures for years, slowly and painstakingly creating a kangaroo sanctuary for the many kangaroos he has saved, reared, and loved. He has dedicated his life to observing how kangaroo mums care for their babies and does everything he can to replicate this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe baby kangaroos, traumatised by losing their mother so early, are tucked up into pillow cases and kept warm and comforted next to Brolga at night. We see him getting up at 4am to bottle feed them, washing them in a little tub, taking them to the supermarket, and generally mothering them with heart-breaking tenderness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCharting Brolga's life with the joeys and honing in on his relationship with one or two in particular, \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eKangaroo Dundee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e tells the heart-warming, sometimes funny, sometimes poignant story of one man's unique relationship with a group of extraordinary animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844324446444,"sku":"9781444753349","price":89.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/49b3033bd74a9c83a4aba44cfc4b6ce3.jpg?v=1758835853"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/chris-barns.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}