{"title":"Graham Hoyland","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the thrilling world of adventure and discovery with the works of \u003cem\u003eGraham Hoyland\u003c\/em\u003e, a renowned British explorer, author, and broadcaster. Known for his engaging narratives that effortlessly combine travel, history, and personal experience, Hoyland takes readers on unforgettable journeys through remote and awe-inspiring landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGraham Hoyland's writing draws heavily from his own experiences as an adventurer and mountaineer. He was notably the fifteenth British climber to conquer Mount Everest and has participated in numerous expeditions worldwide. His expertise and passion for exploration are vividly captured in his books, offering readers an authentic taste of adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Hoyland's compelling works is \u003cem\u003eMerlin\u003c\/em\u003e, which explores the fascinating history and cultural significance of this mythic figure. This book, like many of his others, showcases Hoyland’s skill in weaving historical facts with captivating storytelling, providing a rich reading experience that appeals to both travel enthusiasts and history buffs alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for books that combine the thrill of adventure with insightful historical perspectives, Graham Hoyland’s collection is an excellent choice. Dive into his works to discover a world brimming with exploration and the spirit of adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"merlin-by-graham-hoyland-9780008359300","title":"Merlin","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most iconic planes of WWII, the Supermarine Spitfire, Hawker Hurricane, DeHavilland Mosquito, and the Avro Lancaster, were all powered by one engine, the Rolls-Royce Merlin. The story of the Merlin is one of British ingenuity at its height, of artistry and problem-solving that resulted in a war-winning design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePublished to coincide with the 75th anniversary of VE Day and the 80th anniversary of the start of the Battle of Britain, \u003cem\u003eMerlin\u003c\/em\u003e is the extraordinary story of the development of the Rolls-Royce engine that would stop Hitler from invading Britain and carry the war to the very heart of Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of the Merlin engine encompasses the history of powered flight, from the ingenuity of the Wright Brothers to the horrors of World War I, and from the first crossing of the Atlantic to the heady days of flying in the 1920s. There is also the extraordinary story of the Schneider Trophy – an international contest wherein nations poised on the precipice of war competed for engineering excellence in the name of progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd at the heart of this story are the glamorous lives of the pilots, many of whom died in their pursuit of speed; the engineers, like Henry Royce of Rolls-Royce, who sketched the engine that would win WWII in the sand of his local beach; and perhaps most importantly the Lady Lucy Houston who after the Wall Street Crash singlehandedly funded the development of the engine and the iconic Spitfire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNever was so much owed by so many to so few – and without the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, the few would have been powerless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46364492824812,"sku":"9780008359300","price":23.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26512903482190.jpg?v=1744690780"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/graham-hoyland.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}