{"title":"J. M. Thompson","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep into the intriguing world of J. M. Thompson, an author celebrated for weaving rich narratives that explore poignant historical events and personal journeys. Thompson's works capture the essence of remarkable moments in history and the depths of human experience, making them essential reads for enthusiasts of both history and biography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eBone and Beauty: The Ribbon Boys' Rebellion of 1830\u003c\/em\u003e, a captivating exploration of a pivotal uprising in 19th-century Britain. This book meticulously details the socio-political landscape of the time, bringing to life the struggles and aspirations of the people involved. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the intricacies of rebellion and reform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eRunning Is a Kind of Dreaming\u003c\/em\u003e, Thompson shifts gears to delve into the memoir genre, offering a deeply personal narrative that examines themes of endurance, resilience, and self-discovery. This book is perfect for readers who appreciate introspective journeys that inspire and challenge the conventional paths to healing and fulfilment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJ. M. Thompson's works are a blend of historical insight and personal storytelling, making them a compelling choice for those who love to immerse themselves in meticulously crafted tales that bridge the past with the present.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bone-and-beauty-the-ribbon-boys-rebellion-of-1830-by-j-m-thompson-9780702260414","title":"Bone and Beauty: The Ribbon Boys' Rebellion of 1830","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA new perspective on a dramatic moment in Australian colonial history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOctober 1830\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRebelling from years of maltreatment and starvation, a band of Ribbon Boys liberate eighty convicts from Bathurst farms and lead them inland towards freedom. Governor Darling, fearing that others would also rise up, sends the 39th Regiment in pursuit. Three bloody battles follow, but to whom will justice be served?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRich with detail, \u003cem\u003eBone and Beauty\u003c\/em\u003e fuses archival evidence and narrative technique to tell the gripping story of the Ribbon Boys and their reputed leader Ralph Entwistle. For the first time, the influence of Irish secret societies, the scale of oppression and corruption, and the complex web of criminal and family relationships behind these events are revealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46338493219052,"sku":"9780702260414","price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/248123482438.jpg?v=1743732722"},{"product_id":"running-is-a-kind-of-dreaming-by-j-m-thompson-9780062947093","title":"Running Is a Kind of Dreaming","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA powerful, breathtaking memoir about a young man's descent into madness, and how running saved his life.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“Voluntary or involuntary” asked the nurse who admitted J. M. Thompson to a San Francisco psychiatric hospital in January 2005. Following years of depression, ineffective medication, and therapy that went nowhere, Thompson feared he was falling into an inescapable darkness. He decided that death was his only exit route from the torture of his mind. After a suicide attempt, he spent weeks confined on the psych ward, feeling scared, alone, and trapped. One afternoon during an exercise break he experienced a sudden urge. “\u003cem\u003eRun\u003c\/em\u003e, I thought. \u003cem\u003eRun before it’s too late and you’re stuck down there. Right now. Run\u003c\/em\u003e.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe impulse that starts with sprints across a hospital rooftop turns into all night runs in the mountains. Through motion and immersion in the beauty of nature, Thompson finds a way out of the hell of depression and drug addiction. Step by step, mile by mile, his body and mind heal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this lyrical, vulnerable, and breathtaking memoir, J. M. Thompson, now a successful psychologist, retraces the path that led him from despair to wellness, detailing the chilling childhood trauma that caused his depression, and the unorthodox treatment that saved him. \u003cem\u003eRunning Is a Kind of Dreaming\u003c\/em\u003e is a luminous literary testament to the universal human capacity to recover from our deepest wounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46628137173228,"sku":"9780062947093","price":53.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10675033482210.jpg?v=1751903233"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/j-m-thompson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}