{"title":"Derek Baxter","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to Derek Baxter, an insightful author renowned for his engaging works in the \u003cem\u003eTravel \u0026amp; Adventure\u003c\/em\u003e genre. Baxter's literary prowess shines through in his captivating narratives, where he skilfully blends historical exploration with personal journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cstrong\u003eIn Pursuit of Jefferson\u003c\/strong\u003e. In this enthralling travelogue, Baxter embarks on a unique quest to trace the adventures of Thomas Jefferson by following the former president's own travel notes. This remarkable journey not only unveils the beauty and history of Europe but also offers introspective reflections on the past and present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBaxter's writing is characterised by its rich detail and engaging storytelling, making his books a delight for both history enthusiasts and avid travellers. Dive into Derek Baxter's world and experience the thrill of adventure interwoven with historical intrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"in-pursuit-of-jefferson-by-derek-baxter-9781728225388","title":"In Pursuit of Jefferson","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA controversial founding father. A man in need of change. A completely unique trip through Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA debut that combines historical nonfiction with travel books, for fans of Bill Bryson and Rinker Buck, \u003cem\u003eIn Pursuit of Jefferson\u003c\/em\u003e is the story of an American on a journey through Europe, following the epic trail of Thomas Jefferson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1784, Thomas Jefferson was a broken man. Reeling from the loss of his wife and humiliated from a political scandal during the Revolutionary war, he needed to remake himself. And to do that, he travelled. Traipsing through Europe, Jefferson saw and learned as much as he could, ultimately bringing his knowledge home to a young America. There, he would rise to power and shape a nation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore than two hundred years later, Derek Baxter, a devotee of American history, stumbles on an obscure travel guide written by Jefferson—Hints for Americans Traveling Through Europe—as he's going through his own personal crisis. Who better to offer advice than a founding father himself? Using \u003cem\u003eHints\u003c\/em\u003e as his roadmap, Baxter embarks on a new journey, following Jefferson through six countries and countless lessons. But what Baxter learns isn't always what Jefferson had in mind, and as he comes to understand Jefferson better, he doesn't always like what he finds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn Pursuit of Jefferson\u003c\/em\u003e is at once the story of a life-changing trip through Europe, an unflinching look at a founding father, and a moving personal journey. With rich historical detail, a sense of humour, and boundless heart, Baxter explores how we can be better moving forward only by first looking back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072299221228,"sku":"9781728225388","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8584513482803.jpg?v=1765091872"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/derek-baxter.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}