{"title":"Don Osborne","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the gripping world of crime and thriller with the works of \u003cem\u003eDon Osborne\u003c\/em\u003e. Renowned for his deep dives into historical and criminological themes, Osborne captivates readers with insightful narratives and meticulous research. His collection, including the compelling title \u003cem\u003ePentridge - Behind the Bluestone Walls\u003c\/em\u003e, unravels the mysteries and stories behind one of Australia's most notorious prisons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOsborne's writing brings the history of crime to life, delving into the darker side of human nature and the fascinating tales of those who lived and worked behind the foreboding prison walls. Each book is a testament to his ability to blend factual history with engaging storytelling, making his works an essential read for enthusiasts of the crime and thriller genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history buff or a crime aficionado, the collection by Don Osborne offers a deep and thrilling exploration into Australia's past, uncovering stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pentridge-behind-the-bluestone-walls-by-don-osborne-9781760681029","title":"Pentridge - Behind the Bluestone Walls","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Don Osborne went to \u003cem\u003ePentridge\u003c\/em\u003e in 1970, he found a nineteenth-century penal establishment in full working order. It held about 1200 inmates, most of them cooped up in tiny stone cells that sweltered in summer and froze in winter. Some had no sewerage or electric light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAssigned to teach in the high-security section of the prison, Don worked in the chapel, which doubled as a classroom during the week. There, he saw the terrible effects of the violence that permeated H Division, the prison's punishment section. He found himself acting as confidant and counsellor to some of the best-known criminals of the era, and to others who'd become notorious later, after H Division had worked its magic on them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book offers an insider's reflections on how the prison emerged as it did, and is supplemented by a stunning pictorial section. It focuses especially on the rebellious 1970s, when the military 'disciplines' of H Division began to give way in the face of prisoner resistance and public criticism. Don writes of the people and events that shaped Pentridge's history and etched it into the memories of the city that was its reluctant host.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072640336108,"sku":"9781760681029","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24197233482814.jpg?v=1765122405"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/don-osborne.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}