{"title":"Gillian Mears","description":"\u003cp\u003eGillian Mears was a celebrated Australian author, known for her evocative storytelling and profound exploration of the human condition. Her works captivate readers with rich, detailed narratives rooted in the landscapes of rural Australia, offering a glimpse into both the beauty and hardships of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMears's collection at our bookstore showcases her versatility across different genres. \u003cem\u003eFineflour\u003c\/em\u003e and the award-winning \u003cem\u003eThe Mint Lawn\u003c\/em\u003e are prime examples of her ability to weave compelling narratives in the realm of General Fiction, marked by lush prose and unforgettable characters. These novels not only explore themes of love, loss, and identity but also resonate with the unique culture and spirit of Australian settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe poignant and powerful novel, \u003cem\u003eFoal's Bread\u003c\/em\u003e, further enriches this collection. It delivers a deep exploration of ambition, tragedy, and endurance set against a backdrop of rural Australia's horse-riding community. This book has touched the hearts of many with its emotional depth and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor younger readers, Mears's creativity shines in her delightful Children's Books, including \u003cem\u003eThe Cat with the Coloured Tail\u003c\/em\u003e. This charming story follows a magical cat and his adventures, enchanting readers with its whimsy and warmth. The repeated listing of this title indicates its popularity and ability to engage the imagination of children and adults alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the magic and emotional resonance of Gillian Mears's works, known for their captivating storytelling and poignant reflections on life and nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"foals-bread-by-gillian-mears-9781743311851","title":"Foal's Bread","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sound of horses' hooves turns hollow on the farms west of Wirri. If a man can still ride, if he hasn't totally lost the use of his legs, if he hasn't died to the part of his heart that understands such things, then he should go for a gallop. At the very least he should stand at the road by the river imagining that he's pushing a horse up the steep hill that leads to the house on the farm once known as One Tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet in hardscrabble farming country and around the country show high-jumping circuit that prevailed in rural New South Wales prior to the Second World War, \u003cem\u003eFoal's Bread\u003c\/em\u003e tells the story of two generations of the Nancarrow family and their fortunes as dictated by the vicissitudes of the land. It is a love story of impossible beauty and sadness, a chronicle of dreams 'turned inside out', and miracles that never last, framed against a world both tender and unspeakably hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten in luminous prose and with an aching affinity for the landscape the book describes, \u003cem\u003eFoal's Bread\u003c\/em\u003e is the work of a born writer at the height of her considerable powers. 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The question remains: will they have the courage and means to save it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lyrical fable beautifully weaves themes of love and healing, inviting readers to embark on an enchanting and hopeful adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46696986575084,"sku":"9781922077400","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9185123482872.jpg?v=1753697799"},{"product_id":"the-cat-with-the-coloured-tail-by-gillian-mears-9781925381528","title":"The Cat with the Coloured Tail","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Cat with the Coloured Tail\u003c\/em\u003e features a magical cat, an ice-cream van that conjures delicious moon-creams, and a heartfelt quest to bring joy to those who need it most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMr Hooper and the Cat with the Coloured Tail journey through the countryside in their charming ice-cream van. 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