{"title":"Toby Creswell","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the rich tapestry of Australia's past with the captivating works of Toby Creswell. As an esteemed author in the realms of history and military, Creswell brings to life the intriguing stories behind the artefacts and events that have shaped Australia's identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his standout titles, \u003cem\u003eHistory of Australia in 100 Objects\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a unique journey through time. Meticulously researched, this book presents a fascinating perspective on how seemingly ordinary items reveal extraordinary tales from different eras in Australian history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCreswell's engaging narrative style makes history accessible and intriguing for both casual readers and history buffs. His passion for uncovering the layers of Australia's past ensures that each page is both educational and compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Toby Creswell's collection to experience history not just as a series of events, but as a vibrant and detailed story that continues to evolve.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"history-of-australia-in-100-objects-by-toby-creswell-9780670077892","title":"History of Australia in 100 Objects","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe History of Australia in 100 Objects\u003c\/em\u003e is a fresh, accessible take on Australian history. It explores both well- and little-known stories through the objects of the time and the people who made and owned them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome stories are of pivotal moments in Australia's past, including the Rum Rebellion, World War I, Federation, and the birth of the Native Title Act. Yet, sometimes these big events are most powerfully told through a small object belonging to someone long forgotten—a gold locket, a boomerang, a cup and saucer from the Country Women's Association.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFormer \u003cem\u003eRolling Stone\u003c\/em\u003e editor Toby Creswell takes each object as a starting point to tell the stories that make up our national history, exploring and celebrating key technological, social, political, artistic, and sporting moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Ned Kelly's armour to Henry Lawson's pen and Julia Gillard's glasses, Creswell's objects are sometimes iconic, sometimes unexpected and quirky; but the mix creates a compelling, multi-layered story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThrough these often simple yet emotionally charged items, Toby Creswell makes history thrillingly immediate.\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cem\u003eThe Sydney Morning Herald\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46343590543596,"sku":"9780670077892","price":50.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15452383482426.jpg?v=1743998961"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/toby-creswell.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}