{"title":"Rob Hess","description":"\u003cp\u003eRob Hess offers insightful narratives that dive into the heart of Australian sports culture. His works explore the passion, history, and unique character of games cherished down under, providing rich context for both avid fans and curious readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough engaging storytelling and thoughtful analysis, Hess captures the spirit of sport with clarity and depth, making his books a compelling read for anyone interested in the cultural impact of athletics in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"australias-game-by-bob-stewart-9781743796573","title":"Australia's Game","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShortlisted for the Australian Society for Sports History (ASSH) Biennial Book Prize\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Unlike every other sport that has captured the nation’s interest, Australian football is not a copy, a clone, or a hand-me-down of European culture. Rather, it is a game with special qualities, which arose from a distinctive series of events in the fledgling colony of Victoria, grew rapidly, and is now the most dominant sport in the country: a social, commercial, cultural and—for many—spiritual force.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAustralia’s Game—the History of Australian Football \u003c\/i\u003edescribes, in forensic detail, the characters that led the way, how crises were faced and overcome, the great players and coaches who have influenced the ways the game has been played, the supporters who have stayed true to their club and have passed on their passion through generations, and most recently how the game has added another dimension with a flourishing national competition for women. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48240697082092,"sku":"9781743796573","price":85.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781743796573-australia-s-game-1.jpg?v=1787924411"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/rob-hess.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}