{"title":"John O'Brien","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our John O'Brien collection, a distinctive blend of scientific insight and poignant storytelling. Known for his inquisitive mind and emotional depth, John O'Brien brings to life diverse narratives in the realms of \u003cem\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/em\u003e and immersive \u003cem\u003eRomance\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003eEarth Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e, O'Brien offers a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental building blocks of our planet, perfect for those passionate about understanding the natural world. This book is a valuable resource for students and enthusiasts alike, providing in-depth knowledge on geological materials through accessible language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelve into a different facet of O'Brien's creativity with \u003cstrong\u003eLeaving Las Vegas\u003c\/strong\u003e. This novel takes you on a soulful journey through themes of love, loss, and redemption. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Las Vegas, O'Brien's careful character development and raw narrative invite readers to reflect on the complexities of human connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are looking to expand your knowledge of earth sciences or delve into a beautifully crafted romance, John O'Brien's works offer something truly special for every reader. Explore his remarkable collection and let your curiosity or your heart lead the way.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"leaving-las-vegas-by-john-obrien-9781611855210","title":"Leaving Las Vegas","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLeaving Las Vegas\u003c\/i\u003e, the first novel by John O'Brien, is the disturbing and emotionally wrenching story of a woman who embraces life and a man who rejects it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSera is a prostitute, content with the independence and routine she has carved out for herself in a city defined by recklessness. But she is haunted by a spectre in a yellow Mercedes, a man from her past who is committed to taking control of her life again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBen is an alcoholic intent on drinking his way toward an early death. Newly arrived from Los Angeles, he survived the four-hour intoxicated drive across the desert with his entire savings in his wallet and nothing else left to lose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking to satisfy hungers both material and existential, Ben and Sera stumble together on the strip and discover in each other a respite from their unforgiving lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA testimony to the raw talent of its young author, \u003ci\u003eLeaving Las Vegas\u003c\/i\u003e is a compelling story of unconditional love between two disenfranchised and lost souls - an overlooked American classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46521304547564,"sku":"9781611855210","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24485913482761.jpg?v=1749008378"},{"product_id":"earth-materials-by-john-obrien-9781119512172","title":"Earth Materials","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEarth Materials\u003c\/em\u003e encompasses the minerals, rocks, soil, and water that constitute our planet, along with the physical, chemical, and biological processes that produce them. Since the expansion of computer technology in the last two decades of the twentieth century, many universities have compressed or eliminated individual course offerings such as mineralogy, optical mineralogy, igneous petrology, sedimentology, and metamorphic petrology, replacing them with Earth materials courses. These courses have become an essential curricular component in the fields of geology, geoscience, Earth science, and many related areas of study. This textbook is designed to address the needs of a one- or two-semester Earth materials course, as well as individuals who want or need an expanded background in minerals, rocks, soils, and water resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEarth Materials\u003c\/em\u003e, Second Edition, provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eComprehensive descriptive analysis of Earth materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eColour graphics and insightful text in a logical, integrated format\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eField examples and regional relationships with graphics that illustrate concepts discussed\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExamples of how concepts discussed can be used to address real-world issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eContemporary references from current scientific journals related to developments in Earth materials research\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSummative discussions of how Earth materials are interrelated with other science and non-science fields of study\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdditional resources, including detailed descriptions of major rock-forming minerals and keys for identifying minerals using macroscopic and\/or optical methods, are available online at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.wiley.com\/go\/hefferan\/earthmaterials\"\u003ewww.wiley.com\/go\/hefferan\/earthmaterials\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEarth Materials\u003c\/em\u003e, Second Edition, is an innovative, visually appealing, informative, and readable textbook that addresses the full spectrum of Earth materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072213991660,"sku":"9781119512172","price":169.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7e842f6fba82adfa320f8bff1a6bd4d8.jpg?v=1765104098"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/john-obrien.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}