{"title":"Chris Long","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by Chris Long, a captivating author best known for his book \u003cem\u003eThe Boy from Gorge River\u003c\/em\u003e. Chris Long offers readers an intriguing glimpse into the extraordinary life lived in one of New Zealand's most remote areas. His writing is a treasure trove for those interested in Biography \u0026amp; Memoir, unravelling tales of adventure and resilience in the wilderness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Boy from Gorge River\u003c\/em\u003e, Chris invites you to journey into an enchanting world far removed from modern hustle and bustle, sharing personal stories from his unique upbringing by the Gorge River. Through his candid storytelling, Long captures the imagination of readers who yearn to understand life off the beaten track, offering inspiration and insight into a life defined by nature and simplicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Chris Long's work to experience the fascinating intersection of human resilience and the natural world. His stories not only tell of personal growth but also illuminate the power of the environment in shaping who we are. Whether you're a fan of adventure tales or heartfelt memoirs, Chris Long's collection promises a remarkable experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-boy-from-gorge-river","title":"The Boy from Gorge River","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe number-one bestseller\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe story of how an extraordinary childhood shaped an extraordinary life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the West Coast of the South Island, past deep fiords and snow-capped mountains, Chris Long grew up two days' hike from the nearest road. He was born into the country's most isolated family, his parents committed to freedom from capitalist society and connection to the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this inspiring memoir, Chris describes a childhood with nature on his doorstep — helping his father catch crayfish and his mother grow vegetables, playing with toys crafted from driftwood and jade, and learning to live in the wild — until, in his teenage years, he began to wonder: could he survive in the wider world?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy the son of the authors of \u003cem\u003eA Life on Gorge River\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eA Wife on Gorge River\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Boy from Gorge River\u003c\/em\u003e is an enthralling account of chasing adventure while forever staying true to where you come from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45839095464172,"sku":"9781775541776","price":34.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781775541776.jpg?v=1729464485"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/chris-long.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}