{"title":"Jessica North","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of \u003cstrong\u003eJessica North\u003c\/strong\u003e, a distinguished author renowned for her gripping biographies that bring history to life. With a keen eye for detail and a storyteller's flair, Jessica North crafts narratives that not only educate but also captivate her readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer books, such as \u003cem\u003eEsther\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eMary Ann\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eCaptain Piper\u003c\/em\u003e, are celebrated for their vivid portrayals and in-depth exploration of fascinating historical figures. Each biography offers a richly detailed glimpse into the past, meticulously researched to provide an authentic and immersive experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese works fall under the category of \u003cstrong\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/strong\u003e, where North's storytelling shines, transforming historical accounts into engaging narratives. Dive into her fascinating renditions and find yourself transported to different eras, discovering the lives and legacies of remarkable individuals through her compelling prose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history enthusiast or new to the genre, Jessica North's books promise to enlighten and entertain, making them a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the human stories behind historical events.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"esther-by-jessica-north-9781760527372","title":"Esther","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShortlisted for the Society of Women Writers NSW Book Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEsther\u003c\/em\u003e only just escaped the hangman in London. Aged 16, she stood trial at the Old Bailey for stealing 24 yards of black silk lace. Her sentence was transportation to the other side of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShe embarked on the perilous journey on the First Fleet as a convict, with no idea of what lay ahead. Once on shore, she became the servant and, in time, the lover of the dashing young first lieutenant George Johnston. But life in the fledgling colony could be gruelling, with starvation looming and lashings for convicts who stepped out of line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEsther was one of the first Jewish women to arrive in the new land. Through her, we meet some of the key people who helped shape the nation. Her life is an extraordinary rags-to-riches story. As leader of the Rum Rebellion against Governor Bligh, George Johnston became Lieutenant-Governor of NSW, making Esther First Lady of the colony, a remarkable rise in society for a former convict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'North skilfully weaves together one woman's fascinating saga with an equally fascinating history of the early colonial period of Australia. 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Instead, at the age of fourteen, she entranced the island's Commandant, the charming and flirtatious Captain Piper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearning how to behave as a lady, and overcoming the stigma of her origins, Mary Ann became mistress of the colony's grandest home when Sydney was just becoming a party town. With scores of servants, she and Captain Piper entertained on a scale that had never been seen in the colonies, hosting magnificent garden parties, dinners, and balls for hundreds of guests, including governors of New South Wales. But the Pipers were living beyond their means, and trouble was around the corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMary Ann's life journey from barefoot child to Sydney's fashionable society encompasses triumphs, tragedies, and travels around the globe. For the first time, Jessica North's biography reveals Mary Ann Piper to be one of the most remarkable women in Australia's early history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'An intriguing narrative of family secrets, extravagance and social advancement.' \u003c\/b\u003e- Robin Walsh, author of \u003ci\u003eIn Her Own Words: The Writings of Elizabeth Macquarie\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844600778988,"sku":"9781760879433","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26181273482814.jpg?v=1758847109"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/jessica-north.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}