{"title":"Frank Hardy","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the compelling works of Frank Hardy, an influential Australian author renowned for his poignant storytelling and social commentary. Best known for his novel, \u003cem\u003ePower Without Glory\u003c\/em\u003e, Hardy expertly weaves narratives that delve into the intricate interplay of power, politics, and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrank Hardy's novels are a fascinating blend of historical and fictional elements, offering readers a captivating insight into Australian life during the mid-20th century. His prose is marked by sharp observations and rich character development, inviting readers to ponder significant social issues that remain relevant even today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're discovering Hardy for the first time or revisiting his works, this collection promises a profound reading experience. Perfect for enthusiasts of general fiction, his stories balance critical reflection with engaging storytelling, ensuring they are as entertaining as they are thought-provoking.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"power-without-glory-by-frank-hardy-9781741667615","title":"Power Without Glory","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the history of Australian literature, few books have been more controversial than Frank Hardy's \u003cem\u003ePower Without Glory\u003c\/em\u003e. This is a tale of corruption stretching from street corner SP bookmaking to the most influential men in the land—and the terrible personal cost of the power such corruption brings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJohn West rose from a Melbourne slum to dominate Australian politics with bribery, brutality, and fear. His attractive wife and their children turned away from him in horror. Friends dropped away. At the peak of his power, surrounded by bootlickers, West faced a hate-filled nation—and the terrible loneliness of his life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWas John West a real figure? For months during the post-war years, an Australian court heard evidence in a sensational libel action brought by businessman John Wren's wife. After a national uproar which rocked the very foundations of the Commonwealth, Frank Hardy was acquitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the novel which provoked such intense uproar and debate across the nation. The questions it poses remain unanswered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46550544351468,"sku":"9781741667615","price":28.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2577833482808.jpg?v=1749985773"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/frank-hardy.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}