{"title":"Peter Laurenson","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeter Laurenson\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a captivating blend of Arts \u0026amp; Culture and Sports, weaving compelling narratives that explore the profound connections between human endeavour and natural landscapes. His works, such as \u003cem\u003eAotearoa Light\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eKhumbu\u003c\/em\u003e, provide vivid, immersive experiences that engage both the mind and spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect richly detailed stories that celebrate the beauty of the outdoors and the challenges of athletic pursuit. Laurenson’s writing invites reflection on the interplay of light, place, and physicality, making his books a distinctive addition for those drawn to both culture and adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"khumbu-by-peter-laurenson-9781988538907","title":"Khumbu","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver since Edmund Hillary's ascent of Everest with Tenzing Norgay, New Zealanders have connected strongly with the mountainous Himalayan kingdom of Nepal. For over three decades, photographer Peter Laurenson has repeatedly visited Khumbu, the Nepalese gateway to Mount Everest and home to the Sherpa people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn his second visit, a chance meeting with a Sherpa family sparked a friendship that grew stronger as Laurenson brought his three sons, each in turn, to trek through this enchanted region. Accompanying this unfolding story of kinship are Laurenson's insights into Sherpa culture, the explosion of activity on Everest, and the changing nature of Khumbu as the area's popularity grew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout, his striking photographs convey the essence of this remarkable land and its people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46106750386412,"sku":"9781988538907","price":63.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781988538907_9daf7343-37c2-4a93-83d1-ddad7f46006c.jpg?v=1736979469"},{"product_id":"aotearoa-light-by-wendy-morgan-9781776891481","title":"Aotearoa Light","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight, for landscape photographers, is the element that makes all the difference. Dawn and dusk are known as the 'magic hours' for good reason. The interplay between sun, cloud and landscape can bring magic at other times of the day too. And when light is shed figuratively, it can bring clarity, insight, wonder and realisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere is much to gain from venturing into wilderness. To move safely in the unconstrained natural world, not modified for our convenience, can demand absolute in-the-moment focus. Other times, the contrast between city and wilderness allows us to step away from our 'every day', gifting us the time and space to more deeply engage with companions, to more honestly know ourselves, to ponder bigger issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConcerned about the challenges our warming planet brings, photographer, tramper and occasional climber Peter Laurenson presents stunning images of Aotearoa New Zealand that convey the benefits of our wilderness; reminders of what we must protect and nourish if humanity is to thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47582603346156,"sku":"9781776891481","price":64.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/f7f6f7ffcec1f04b2f34f100ebf9410f.jpg?v=1777937553"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/peter-laurenson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}