{"title":"Pat Sheil","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of \u003cem\u003ePat Sheil\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author renowned for his insightful contributions to the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir genre. Known for his engaging narrative style, Pat Sheil captivates readers with meticulously researched and vividly detailed stories that bring fascinating real-life tales to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is the \u003cem\u003eFine Cotton Fiasco\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling exploration of one of Australia's most infamous sporting scandals. In this book, Sheil delves deep into the notorious horse racing ring-in that shook the nation, offering readers an engrossing account that is rich with intrigue, drama, and a keen sense of the cultural nuances surrounding the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePat Sheil\u003c\/em\u003e masterfully combines journalistic rigour with an engaging storytelling approach, making his works not only informative but also immensely entertaining. Whether you are a long-time fan or new to his writing, this collection is a treasure trove for anyone interested in discovering the extraordinary narratives behind real-world events.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fine-cotton-fiasco-by-peter-hoysted-9780143793700","title":"Fine Cotton Fiasco","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to Queensland, 1984. We hope you enjoy your day at the races.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrisbane, 1984. It all started with a simple plan to secretly swap a mediocre horse with a faster one, and rake in the cash with a few well-placed bets. What could possibly go wrong?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eFine Cotton Fiasco\u003c\/em\u003e, Peter Hoysted and Pat Sheil brilliantly tell the scarcely believable tale of how—through a combination of horrendous mismanagement, terrible judgement, and comically bad luck—the scheme gradually unravelled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHow did a horse with white painted socks dripping onto the turf come to hold the hopes of punters across Australia and beyond? How was a supposedly secret plan so widely advertised that even the Queensland Commissioner of Police placed a bet? And how much of a cover-up ensued in the aftermath of this absolute debacle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of Fine Cotton is the stuff of Australian legend. It features hardcore criminals, likeable rogues, and a supporting cast that ranged from the hapless to the hopeless—with some entirely innocent bystanders thrown in for good measure. Not every crazy scheme cooked up by a couple of inmates in Boggo Road Gaol would culminate in a story that will be told across the nation for the next hundred years. But this one did.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46371713417452,"sku":"9780143793700","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4653193482239.jpg?v=1744812561"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/pat-sheil.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}