{"title":"Maggie Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating works of Maggie Black, an accomplished author known for her intriguing exploration of both historical cookery and personal narratives. Her expertise shines through in \u003cem\u003eThe Medieval Cookbook\u003c\/em\u003e, where she offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the culinary practices of the past. This book is a delightful journey through time, providing authentic recipes alongside engaging historical context, making it a must-read for food enthusiasts and history buffs alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to her culinary explorations, Maggie Black ventures into the realm of personal storytelling with \u003cem\u003eUp Came a Squatter\u003c\/em\u003e. This book delves into the depths of Biography and Memoir, showcasing her remarkable ability to weave captivating narratives about real-life experiences. Her storytelling is both evocative and insightful, providing readers with an intimate look into her subjects' lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're drawn to the delicious echoes of the past in her cooking volumes or the engrossing life stories in her biographical works, Maggie Black’s collection offers a rich tapestry of subjects to explore. Her books are perfect for those who appreciate nuanced narratives and a deeper understanding of history and personal journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"up-came-a-squatter-by-maggie-black-9781742235066","title":"Up Came a Squatter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUp Came a Squatter\u003c\/em\u003e by Maggie Black unravels the fascinating life of Niel Black, a Scotsman from Argyllshire, who arrived in Melbourne in September with the goal of making his fortune. Ambitious and determined, Black emerged as one of the most successful and energetic squatters in the Western District of Victoria, becoming a livestock breeder and a Member of the Legislative Council.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlack was also an extraordinary correspondent. His letters to family, fellow pastoralists, colonial officials, and his chief UK business partner, Thomas Steuart Gladstone (a first cousin of the British prime minister), provide a unique insight into the era. These letters and journals, now held at the State Library Victoria, inspired this revelatory book, penned by his great-granddaughter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative vividly brings to life Black's battles with local Aboriginal people, other settlers, Commissioners of Crown Lands, bush-fires, and droughts, alongside tales of family feuds and multiple trips back to Scotland to find a wife. It also captures Black's ascent to gentrified excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn this vivid, fast-moving book Niel Black comes to life\u003c\/em\u003e - Geoffrey Blainey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846940938476,"sku":"9781742235066","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8252343482808.jpg?v=1758929018"},{"product_id":"the-medieval-cookbook-by-maggie-black-9780714128290","title":"The Medieval Cookbook","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on the cuisine of the Middle Ages, from the fall of the Roman Empire to Henry VIII's break with Rome, this new treatment of a classic book explores the relationship between food, religion, and the ever-widening gap between the tables of the rich and the poor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeatured is an appetising collection of recipes inspired by medieval manuscripts, richly illustrated throughout with stunning scenes of food, feasting, and cooking from paintings, tapestries, and drawings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Medieval Cookbook\u003c\/em\u003e has been thoughtfully adapted for the modern kitchen, whilst retaining the true essence of dining in medieval Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998730965228,"sku":"9780714128290","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6583723482442.jpg?v=1763228825"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/maggie-black.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}