{"title":"Andrew Thomson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Andrew Thomson collection, where you can explore the gripping and eye-opening narratives penned by this insightful author. Andrew Thomson is renowned for his work \u003cem\u003eEmergency Sex (And Other Desperate Measures)\u003c\/em\u003e, which delves into the intense and often harrowing experiences of global humanitarian missions. This collection primarily falls under the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category, offering readers a poignant glimpse into the challenging yet vital world of humanitarian aid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAndrew Thomson’s writing provides a candid and unflinching account of life on the front lines, offering personal stories that highlight the triumphs and tribulations faced by aid workers. His work is not just an account of events; it's an exploration of the human spirit, resilience, and the complex moral situations encountered in conflict zones across the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Andrew Thomson’s compelling narratives to gain a deeper understanding of international aid work and the often unseen struggles and sacrifices made by those dedicated to making a difference. This collection is ideal for readers seeking both inspiration and insight into the world of humanitarian efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"emergency-sex-and-other-desperate-measures-by-heidi-postlewait-9780091908867","title":"Emergency Sex (And Other Desperate Measures)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet in the world's most hostile war zones, this is the powerful and utterly unforgettable memoir of three United Nations workers' struggle to make a difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat it's really like on the frontline of humanitarian aid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the early 1990s and three young people are looking to change their lives, and perhaps also the world. Attracted to the ambitious global peacekeeping work of the UN, Andrew, Ken and Heidi's paths cross in Cambodia, from where their fates are to become inextricably bound. Over the coming years, their stories interweave through countries such as Rwanda, Bosnia, Somalia and Haiti—war-torn, lawless places where the intervention of the UN is needed like nowhere else. Driven by idealism, the three struggle to do the best they can, caught up in an increasingly tangled web of bureaucracy and ineffectual leadership. As disillusionment sets in, they attempt to keep hold of their humanity through black humour, revelry and 'emergency sex'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrutal and moving in equal measure, \u003cem\u003eEmergency Sex (And Other Desperate Measures)\u003c\/em\u003e explores pressing global issues while never losing a sense of the personal. Deeply critical of the West's indifference to developing countries and the UN's repeated failure to intervene decisively, the book provoked massive controversy on its initial publication. Kofi Annan called for the book to be banned, and debate was sparked about the future direction of the UN. Brilliantly written and mordantly funny, it is a book that continues to make waves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46371220193516,"sku":"9780091908867","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19434873482220.jpg?v=1744810625"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/andrew-thomson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}