{"title":"Meg Vertigan","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the evocative world of Meg Vertigan, an author renowned for her profound storytelling and intricate character development. Her works, particularly in the realm of General Fiction, capture the nuances of human emotions and relationships, drawing readers into the depths of her narrative landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable contributions is \u003cem\u003eThe Strong Dress\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling novel that exemplifies her ability to weave engaging stories with relatable themes. Vertigan's writing is characterised by its clarity and depth, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of identity, resilience, and the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those seeking literature that resonates on an emotional and intellectual level, Meg Vertigan's collection offers an enriching reading experience. Explore her books to delve into narratives that not only entertain but also provoke thoughtful contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-strong-dress-by-meg-vertigan-9781922571649","title":"The Strong Dress","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is 1977 and Kate is a seventeen-year-old HSC student from Sydney's North Shore. She has dreams of becoming the next Ita Buttrose and editing \u003cem\u003eCleo.\u003c\/em\u003e Yet, while the 1970s was the time of free love and peace, this movement has not yet reached Kate's suburban home in Beecroft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKate's carefree behaviour leads her parents to seek the advice of a maverick Sydney psychiatrist, Dr Jack Grafton. She is subjected to Slumber Therapy, where she is given a cocktail of drugs that leave her confused about what is real.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDr Grafton claimed that Slumber Therapy could cure all mental illness, from schizophrenia to not getting along with your parents. Yet, after multiple patient deaths and their investigation, he commits suicide. His colleague, a fellow unnamed psychiatrist, tells the story of his talented and erratic friend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Strong Dress\u003c\/i\u003e is a tragic dance of power, gender, and scientific over-confidence in 1970s suburban Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46718374150380,"sku":"9781922571649","price":32.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14127613482872.jpg?v=1754507571"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/meg-vertigan.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}