{"title":"Ian Trafford","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the acclaimed author Ian Trafford, a remarkable storyteller whose work delves into the captivating realms of \u003cem\u003eBiography\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eMemoir\u003c\/em\u003e. With a knack for weaving personal narratives into compelling narratives, Ian Trafford's books offer readers an intimate glimpse into the lives and experiences that have shaped his journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eInto the Unknown\u003c\/em\u003e, a gripping account that showcases Trafford's exceptional ability to capture the essence of adventure and exploration. Through his vivid prose, readers are transported into the heart of uncharted territories, gaining insights into the challenges and triumphs encountered along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIan Trafford's works are not only an invitation to travel alongside him but also a means to reflect on the transformative power of stepping beyond the familiar. His writing is both enlightening and inspirational, making it a cherished addition for anyone who is passionate about life's unpredictable adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Ian Trafford’s books today and embark on a literary journey that promises to broaden your understanding and ignite your curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"into-the-unknown-by-ian-trafford-9780143775126","title":"Into the Unknown","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWorld War I\u003c\/em\u003e (and its aftermath) in the words of a young soldier fresh off a remote New Zealand farm, written with immediacy, emotion and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA personal account of WWI from the diaries of a Gisborne farm boy, shaped into a gripping narrative by the diarist's grandson 100 years later. Follow Alick as he moves from his last night on the farm in early 1916, through enshipment and training, then off to the battlefields of France and Belgium, occupied Germany, and back home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis treasured diaries covered the tedium, the mud, the fear and sorrow, the discomfort, the periods of leave, and the letters from those back home. See the war unfold through Alick's eyes and learn about his and his companions' attitudes to the army, to female company, to the enemy soldiers, to the hospitality provided by people under pressure, to the war itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd after the drama and tragedy of war, comes the return home and the efforts required to make a living while remaining steadfastly silent about the traumas of those terrible years—an unseen fight that continued and affected the generations that followed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46372503257324,"sku":"9780143775126","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4467453482239.jpg?v=1744819099"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/ian-trafford.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}