{"title":"Craig Robertson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Craig Robertson, an author renowned for his evocative storytelling and richly detailed narratives. If you are a fan of Historical Fiction and have a keen interest in Arts \u0026amp; Culture, you will find Robertson's works to be a treasure trove of intriguing tales and cultural insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCraig Robertson is celebrated for weaving narratives that transport readers to different times and places, bringing history to life with a vividness that is both educational and entertaining. His book \u003cem\u003eBuckley's Hope\u003c\/em\u003e immerses readers in a journey through Australian history, breathing life into historical events with a gripping storyline. Robertson's deep research and eye for detail make him a compelling voice in the Historical Fiction genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eChris Knox\u003c\/em\u003e, Robertson explores themes of creativity and artistic expression, masterfully capturing the essence of cultural movements that have shaped society. This focus not only provides an entertaining read but also an insightful look into the worlds of art and music, enriching readers' appreciation for different art forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith Craig Robertson's books, you are invited to explore the nuances of human experience across different epochs and cultures. Whether you're delving into the annals of history or the vibrant world of arts, Robertson's narratives promise to educate, entertain, and elicit a deep reflection on the stories that connect us all.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chris-knox-by-craig-robertson-9781869409838","title":"Chris Knox","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI've got things I can't recall\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLike the colours of my bedroom wall\u003cbr\u003e\nOh, I can't decide if I\u003cbr\u003e\nWant to know these things or why\u003cbr\u003e\nThey bother me and tantalise me so\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e– from 'I've Left Memories Behind'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the mid-1990s, the Village Voice described Chris Knox as 'indie rock's premier oddball singer songwriter'. When Knox suffered a stroke a decade later, music icons such as Yo La Tengo, Bill Callahan, Neil Finn, and Shayne Carter all showed up for concerts and a tribute album. Who is this epileptic, opinionated, shorts-and-jandals-wearing, endlessly creative musician and artist from New Zealand?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is his story – from a childhood in 'flat, rectangular and boring' Invercargill to years of creative experimentation in Dunedin to family life in Auckland; from The Enemy's first gig at Dunedin's Beneficiaries Hall to Toy Love's tour of Australia and on to Tall Dwarfs' escapades around the globe; from tape loops and crashing cutlery recorded on a TEAC 4-track to the biting satire of Jesus on a Stick comics and Listener opinion pieces; and from home-recorded LPs delivered by hand to the ubiquitous voice on ads for Vogels and Heineken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChris Knox: Not Given Lightly\u003c\/em\u003e tells the story of one extraordinarily creative man's journey from the obscurity of punk rock to the heart of New Zealand culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThen again, all the time, every minute, neverending, unrelenting, all around us, without pausing, endless endless, all-pervading, movement motion, this way that way, ticktock, freefall, love love, kiss kiss, make do be is was I me b c d e f g h I think nothing's going to happen.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e– from 'Nothing's Going to Happen'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Upstart Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853823693036,"sku":"9781869409838","price":54.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9afcf1ea2765817767b5180d3e10206e.jpg?v=1759259534"},{"product_id":"buckleys-hope-by-craig-robertson-9780908011315","title":"Buckley's Hope","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBuckley's Hope\u003c\/em\u003e combines the conflicting elements of Australia's black and white cultures in a uniquely authentic way. \"An appealing and sensitive novel... he has succeeded masterfully.\" - Paul Ormonde (Herald Sun)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a historical novel, based on the true story of a young English convict named William Buckley who, on Boxing Day 1803, escaped from Victoria's abortive first settlement at Sorrento and then survived in the wilderness for thirty-two years, mainly because he was adopted and helped by local Aboriginal tribes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1835, Buckley emerged with his tribal friends to meet Melbourne's founders and quickly became an important guide and interpreter in the crucial first years of the European conquest of the Port Phillip region. Suddenly, trapped in the rapidly ensuing conflict between two vastly different societies, Buckley found himself mistrusted by his former black friends and by his white compatriots. He was so harshly reviled that his reputation has suffered to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith great sensitivity, and based on meticulous research, Craig Robertson has recreated the fateful encounter between Australia's 'wild white man' and the original inhabitants of the continent. Remarkably, through Buckley's eyes, we can see how much was at stake and how much was lost when two worlds collided. 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