{"title":"Natasha Walter","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by Natasha Walter, a distinguished author known for her thought-provoking explorations in the realms of feminism, society, and personal growth. Her books offer valuable insights, whether you're diving into a reflective memoir or an analytical examination of societal constructs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBefore the Light Fades\u003c\/em\u003e is an evocative exploration within the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category, where Walter shares deeply personal narratives, blending her intimate experiences with broader societal themes. This memoir encapsulates her journey with grace and honesty, resonating with readers through its compelling storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are intrigued by the intersections of feminism and societal change, \u003cem\u003eFeminism for a World on Fire\u003c\/em\u003e is an essential read. This book belongs to the Science \u0026amp; Nature category, offering an intellectual dive into how feminist thought can ignite transformative social change. Walter's compelling perspective challenges readers to rethink existing paradigms in a world constantly on the brink of change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eLiving Dolls\u003c\/em\u003e, found under Education \u0026amp; Reference, Walter investigates the resurgence of stereotypes and the impact of the commercialisation of girlhood. This critical and educational work sheds light on pressing issues, encouraging readers to question and engage with the ongoing discourse about gender roles in modern society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach of Natasha Walter's works is a call to awareness and action, engaging readers with her eloquent prose and insightful perspectives. Whether you're a long-time admirer of her work or discovering her for the first time, this collection of books promises to expand your understanding and inspire dialogue.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"before-the-light-fades-by-natasha-walter-9780349010601","title":"Before the Light Fades","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A fascinating story of courage, doubt and defiance across three generations' \u003c\/b\u003e — SARAH WATERS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A fierce and beautiful book' \u003c\/b\u003e — EDMUND DE WAAL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Heartfelt and upfront... A grieving daughter rediscovers her mother's political past' \u003c\/b\u003e — BLAKE MORRISON, \u003ci\u003eGuardian\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A compelling reconstruction of her mother's life as a young anti-nuclear activist defying her suburban parents' \u003c\/b\u003e — CATHERINE TAYLOR, \u003ci\u003eFinancial Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Eloquent, piercing, gloriously humane' \u003c\/b\u003e — PHILIPPE SANDS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the sudden death of her mother at age 75, Natasha Walter was thrown into a time of bewilderment and sadness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt was only when she began to search back through Ruth's history that she began to understand how her life led to death by her own hand. She learns that Ruth had been brought up to be a conventional young woman, but chose to take huge risks and even break the law for her beliefs in the nuclear disarmament movement of the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaching further back, she explores the history of Ruth's parents and the story of her grandfather who, as part of the anti-Nazi resistance in the 1930s in Germany, was imprisoned for three years and then went on the run across Europe, finally finding safety in England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHonest about loss, this memoir also searches for what is valuable in the legacy of a family who lived through some of the great crises of the twentieth century. Without false hope, and with honest passion, Natasha Walter shows us why, even when success is far from assured, it is always important to stand up for what you believe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cem\u003eBefore the Light Fades\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is a memoir of love and legacy, exploring the courage and convictions that echo through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46798740881644,"sku":"9780349010601","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6559533482312.jpg?v=1757215577"},{"product_id":"feminism-for-a-world-on-fire-by-natasha-walter-9780349018812","title":"Feminism for a World on Fire","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGLOBAL IN SCOPE, FEARLESS IN TONE AND DARING ABOUT WHAT HAS TO HAPPEN NEXT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAcross the world, women are facing backlash. Authoritarian states, online misogyny, and climate breakdown are creating growing dangers for women, as their safety is being threatened and their freedoms are under attack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eToday, feminism is trapped in a cycle of consumerism and sold to women as individual empowerment. The result is that women are struggling to build connections with one another and with the world around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHow can women defend their rights and freedoms in this dangerous world?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the urgent *\u003ci\u003eFeminism for a World on Fire\u003c\/i\u003e, Natasha Walter moves decisively beyond individualism to build a vision of a rooted feminism that can connect women's liberation to other movements for equality and environmental protection. 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I am ready to admit that I was wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmpowerment, liberation, choice. Once the watchwords of feminism, these terms have now been co-opted by a society that sells women an airbrushed, highly sexualised and increasingly narrow vision of femininity. 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