{"title":"Russell Banks","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by the acclaimed author Russell Banks. Renowned for his profound storytelling and masterful exploration of the human condition, Banks has earned his place as a significant voice in contemporary literature. His books often delve into the gritty realities of life, capturing the complexities and nuances with both empathy and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his celebrated works is \u003cem\u003eAmerican Spirits\u003c\/em\u003e, a gripping tale that plunges into the depths of Crime \u0026amp; Thriller. Here, Banks navigates the intricate world of characters entwined in crime, inviting readers to question morality and justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eRule of the Bone\u003c\/em\u003e, a cornerstone of General Fiction, we follow the journey of a young, rebellious protagonist navigating life’s tumultuous challenges. Banks crafts a coming-of-age narrative that resonates with authenticity and raw emotion, making it a must-read for lovers of compelling character-driven stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother gem in General Fiction is \u003cem\u003eThe Magic Kingdom\u003c\/em\u003e, where Banks again exhibits his deft hand at storytelling. This novel transports readers to a realm of exploration and discovery, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy in a thought-provoking narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRussell Banks' novels are not just books but experiences that stay with you long after the final page is turned. Dive into his collection to explore themes of identity, struggle, and redemption, and discover why Russell Banks is cherished by readers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-magic-kingdom-by-russell-banks-9780857305473","title":"The Magic Kingdom","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA dazzling tapestry of love and faith, memory and imagination, \u003cem\u003eThe Magic Kingdom\u003c\/em\u003e questions what it means to look back and accept one's place in history. With an expert eye and stunning vision, Russell Banks delivers a wholly captivating portrait of a man navigating Americana and the passage of time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1971, a property speculator named Harley Mann begins recording his life story onto a reel-to-reel machine. Reflecting on his childhood, he recounts that after his father's sudden death, his family migrated down to Florida's swamplands—mere miles away from the future Disney World—to join a community of Shakers. Led by Elder John, a generous man with a mysterious past, the colony devoted itself to labour, faith, and charity, rejecting all temptations that lay beyond the property.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThough this way of life initially saved his family from complete ruin, when Harley began falling in love with Sadie Pratt, a consumptive patient living on the grounds, his loyalty to the Shakers and their conservative worldview grew strained and, ultimately, broke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Harley dictates his story across more than half a century—meditating on youth, Florida's ever-changing landscape, and the search for an American utopia—the truth about Sadie, Elder John, and the Shakers comes to light, clarifying the past and present alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46672178217196,"sku":"9780857305473","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5980263482493.jpg?v=1752837890"},{"product_id":"american-spirits-by-russell-banks-9781915798923","title":"American Spirits","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom one of America’s most celebrated storytellers come three dark, interlocking tales about the residents of a rural New York town, and the shocking headlines that become their local mythologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA husband sells property to a mysterious, temperamental stranger and is hounded on social media when he publicly questions the man's character. A couple grow concerned when an enigmatic family moves next door, and the children start sneaking over to beg for help. Two dangerous criminals kidnap an elderly couple and begin blackmailing their grandson, demanding that he pay back what he owes them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSuspenseful, thrilling, and expertly crafted, \u003cem\u003eAmerican Spirits\u003c\/em\u003e explores the hostile undercurrents of our communities and politics at large, as well as the ways local tragedies can be both devastating and, somehow, everyday. Ushering the reader through the town of Sam Dent, Russell Banks has etched yet another brilliant entry into the bedrock of American fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46673948901612,"sku":"9781915798923","price":23.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781915798923.jpg?v=1752902214"},{"product_id":"rule-of-the-bone-by-russell-banks-9780747585312","title":"Rule of the Bone","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBone is a punked-out teenager, living in a trailer with his alcoholic mother and abusive stepfather. 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