{"title":"John Darlington","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohn Darlington is a renowned author whose work delves deep into the fascinating realms of history and military studies. With a keen eye for detail and compelling narrative style, Darlington brings the past vividly to life, offering readers both education and entertainment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis meticulously researched books, such as \u003cem\u003eAmongst the Ruins\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eFake Heritage\u003c\/em\u003e, explore the intricacies of historical subjects, shedding light on the lesser-known aspects of significant events and structures. \u003cem\u003eAmongst the Ruins\u003c\/em\u003e takes readers on a journey through historical remnants, revealing the untold stories behind these fascinating sites. Meanwhile, \u003cem\u003eFake Heritage\u003c\/em\u003e delves into the intriguing world of historical forgeries and the impacts they have on our understanding of the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a history enthusiast or a casual reader with an appetite for learning, John Darlington's works provide a captivating and informative experience. Browse through our collection of his books and immerse yourself in the intriguing worlds of history and military narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"amongst-the-ruins-by-john-darlington-9780300259285","title":"Amongst the Ruins","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAmongst the Ruins\u003c\/i\u003e explores the loss of ancient civilisations, the collapse of ruling elites and the disappearance of more recent communities and their local traditions. Some of these are now sealed under 3,000-year-old peat, others lost to rising seas or sands, and the carcasses of 20th-century buildings which serve as reminders of the destructive power of war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese compelling stories of fallen or lost places are brought together through themes of war, climate change, natural hazards, human self-destruction and simple economics. From the ice of the Arctic fringe, through to the desert landscapes of North Africa, by way of South America’s high mountains and Southeast Asia’s urban sprawl, \u003ci\u003eAmongst the Ruins\u003c\/i\u003e charts the rise and fall of places and communities around the world, the fascinating characters associated with them and the important events that punctuate their history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExploring wide-ranging examples from prehistory to the present day, John Darlington challenges us to recognise past failures and identify what we need to do to protect the cultures of our current world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46832293085420,"sku":"9780300259285","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24590593482294.jpg?v=1758375058"},{"product_id":"fake-heritage-by-john-darlington-9780300246766","title":"Fake Heritage","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe first survey of the many redesigned and imitation historical landmarks and objects that dot the globe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“John Darlington shows . . . it is not just written history that is malleable; it is also history on the ground, heritage in brick and stone, wood and metal.”—Simon Jenkins, \u003ci\u003eTimes Literary Supplement\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat happens when the past—or, more specifically, a piece of cultural heritage—is fabricated? From 50 replica Eiffel Towers located around the world to Saddam Hussein’s reconstructions of ancient cities, examples of forged heritage are widespread. Some are easy to dismiss as blatant frauds (the Piltdown Man), while others adhere to honest copying or respectful homage (the Parthenon in Nashville, Tennessee).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis compelling book examines copies of historic buildings, faux archaeological sites, and other false artefacts, using them to explore the ethics and consequences of reconstructing the past. It also tackles the issues involved with faithful, “above-board” re-creations of ancient landmarks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Darlington probes questions of historical authenticity, seeking the lessons that lurk when history is twisted to tell an untrue story. Amplified by stunning images, the narrative underscores how the issue of duplicating heritage is both intriguing and incredibly complex, especially in the twenty-first century—as communication and technology flourish, so too do our opportunities to be deceived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000618959084,"sku":"9780300246766","price":65.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24465403482294.jpg?v=1763289710"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/john-darlington.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}