{"title":"Geoff Spearpoint","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating works of \u003cem\u003eGeoff Spearpoint\u003c\/em\u003e, a renowned author celebrated for his contributions to the genres of \u003cstrong\u003eSports, Travel, and Adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e. With a profound passion for exploring the great outdoors, Geoff Spearpoint intricately weaves his personal experiences into his writing, taking readers on unforgettable journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis book \u003cem\u003eGreat Unknown: The\u003c\/em\u003e invites you into the mysterious and uncharted territories of nature, capturing the essence of exploration and the thrilling challenges that come with it. It's a dive into the heart of adventure, offering readers a blend of real-life excitement and insightful observations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, \u003cem\u003eShelter from the Storm\u003c\/em\u003e provides a safe harbour for readers, delving into the concept of protection and safety amidst the unpredictable forces of nature. This work is a testament to Spearpoint's ability to discuss serious themes while captivating his audience with engaging storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGeoff Spearpoint's books are perfect for those who seek to experience the thrill of adventure from the comfort of their home, offering insights into the wild and unknown. Whether you're a seasoned explorer or an armchair adventurer, Spearpoint's collection promises to fuel your wanderlust and ignite your imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"great-unknown-the-by-geoff-spearpoint-9781988550022","title":"The Great Unknown","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeoff Spearpoint is a legend among New Zealand's tramping and mountaineering community. For over 50 years, he has been undertaking many long, adventurous trips in the Southern Alps every year, decade after decade. These trips, usually a mix of both tramping and mountaineering, have made Spearpoint New Zealand's foremost exponent of what is best described as trans-alpine tramping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Great Unknown\u003c\/em\u003e, he collects personal accounts of his favourite trips across 15 geographical areas, ranging from Kahurangi in the north to Fiordland in the south. Illustrated with his stunning photography and with maps from Geographx, this will be a completely unique book that trampers and mountaineers will cherish, for it explores an important element of New Zealand tramping that goes to the heart of how we define our relationship with the backcountry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"David Bateman Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46127540207852,"sku":"9781988550022","price":54.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781988550022.jpg?v=1737622553"},{"product_id":"shelter-from-the-storm-by-rob-brown-9781877517709","title":"Shelter from the Storm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fully revised edition of the landmark book that tells the story of our backcountry huts. One of the singular features of the New Zealand outdoors is the remarkable network of backcountry huts, and those who venture into our wild places often develop a strong attachment to these humble structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShelter from the Storm\u003c\/em\u003e is a landmark publication, the first wide-ranging history of our hut network, which is unparalleled anywhere else in the world. The authors, Shaun Barnett, Rob Brown and Geoff Spearpoint, provide an overview of who built our huts, including farmers, miners, tramping and mountaineering clubs, the Tourism Department, the Department of Internal Affairs, National Park Boards, Lands and Survey, the New Zealand Forest Service and DOC, and then profile a wide range of individual huts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen first published in 2012, this book went into two reprints and helped change the conversation around backcountry huts. In the 14 years since first published, there has been a sea-change in both official and publication recognition of the value of our hut network, and there is now widespread volunteer involvement in the upkeep of these huts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis fully revised edition recognises this, with updated information and photographs on many existing huts, and a new conclusion that provides an overview of the changes over the last decade. This is an important book, meticulously researched and lavishly illustrated with an extensive range of historic and contemporary photographs. Its significance and far-reaching appeal will deeply resonate with many New Zealanders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"David Bateman Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46401529086188,"sku":"9781877517709","price":72.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12960853482856.jpg?v=1745721262"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/geoff-spearpoint.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}