{"title":"Liana MacDonald","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the intriguing works of \u003cem\u003eLiana MacDonald\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author whose writings vividly bring the past to life. MacDonald expertly navigates the intricate layers of history, meticulously piecing together narratives that offer fresh perspectives on significant historical events. Her insightful book, \u003cstrong\u003eFragments from a Contested Past\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a striking testament to her ability to uncover and illuminate overlooked facets of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePresented within the \u003cem\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/em\u003e categories, MacDonald's books are essential reads for history enthusiasts, offering not only a deep dive into the complexities of human conflict but also a thoughtful reflection on how the past continues to shape our present. Her work is characterized by thorough research and engaging storytelling, making complex historical issues accessible and fascinating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Liana MacDonald’s collection to gain a profound understanding of historical narratives. Each book promises a journey through time, guided by her expert and passionate narration.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fragments-from-a-contested-past-by-liana-macdonald-9781990046483","title":"Fragments from a Contested Past","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat a nation or society chooses to remember and forget speaks to its contemporary priorities and sense of identity. Understanding how that process works enables us to better imagine a future with a different, or wider, set of priorities.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHistory has rarely felt more topical or relevant as, all across the globe, nations have begun to debate who, how, and what they choose to remember and forget. In this BWB Text addressing 'difficult histories', a team of five researchers, several from iwi invaded or attacked during the nineteenth-century New Zealand Wars, reflect on these questions of memory and loss locally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCombining first-hand field notes from their journeys to sites of conflict and contestation with innovative archival and oral research exploring the gaps and silences in the ways we engage with the past, this group investigates how these events are remembered - or not - and how this has shaped the modern New Zealand nation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"David Bateman Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844280602860,"sku":"9781990046483","price":17.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6b70f6e1e1aeb7827d2bb75a9acb2de1.jpg?v=1758833335"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/liana-macdonald.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}