{"title":"Shane McNally","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Shane McNally, a distinguished author known for his vivid storytelling and engaging narratives. McNally's work effortlessly spans across genres, bringing to life the realms of Travel \u0026amp; Adventure and Sports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMcNally’s \u003cem\u003eAdelaide Hills\u003c\/em\u003e invites readers on an evocative journey through one of Australia's most picturesque regions. His brilliant depiction of the landscape intertwines with rich, personal anecdotes, making it a perfect pick for those who love to explore and learn about new places from the comfort of their own home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eSport of Queens\u003c\/em\u003e, McNally delves into the thrilling world of equestrian sports. This book captivates with its insightful look into the lives of jockeys, horses, and the electric atmosphere of race days. It's a compelling read for sports enthusiasts and those curious about the intricacies of this regal sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're an armchair explorer or a sports aficionado, Shane McNally's books offer a brilliant blend of excitement, information, and escapism. His ability to transport readers into new worlds with his rich descriptions and detailed research is truly unmatched.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"adelaide-hills-by-shane-mcnally-9781925556544","title":"Adelaide Hills","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround every bend, as the climate and the colour changes within a few short kilometres, the Adelaide Hills holds surprises even for those who have lived in the region most of their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor visitors, the experience is breathtaking as these low-lying hills go from rolling farmland and natural bushland to sweeping vineyards, cherry farms and apple orchards. Then every few minutes, there's a town that offers a history lesson, photo opportunity, coffee or tea break, wine tasting, and world-class dining and accommodation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Adelaide Hills rise only 700 metres at the highest point. What they lack in height, though, they more than make up for in depth. They start just over five kilometres from the Adelaide CBD but take in more than 1000 square kilometres - making them ideal for a quick visit, a Devonshire tea, a drive to a local winery for lunch, or an entire week lost in pristine valleys with access to busy country towns and tiny villages that have barely changed in more than 150 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Hahndorf, which seamlessly blends tourism and culture, to the restaurants and art of Stirling, the thriving rural centre of Mount Barker, and dozens of townships established in the mid-1800s, the Adelaide Hills has a built heritage and lifestyle that matches its natural beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rich history of the Adelaide Hills can be seen in every town and most of the roads that link them. Country cottages buried in thick woods and farmland are there for the observant traveller, so are stately mansions off the main road and even the odd ruin that's been kept in its original form for posterity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe living heritage continues to evolve, with the Adelaide Hills reviving an almost lost winemaking history to become a thriving wine district boasting some of Australia's best and most popular wineries and around 50 cellar doors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdelaide Hills\u003c\/em\u003e looks at what makes the region an Australian treasure, with just enough words to inform and entertain without getting in the way of hundreds of images of the stunning landscape. It looks at the significant towns and the features that draw people to visit the Adelaide Hills - the wineries of course, but also the walking trails, the conservation parks, and a rich calendar of traditional, multicultural, artistic, sporting, and culinary events that run throughout the four distinct seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46607475474668,"sku":"9781925556544","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15890773482873.jpg?v=1751496063"},{"product_id":"sport-of-queens-by-shane-mcnally-9781925556193","title":"Sport of Queens","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGender equality in sport is a hot issue of our time, with the women's league in AFL being pushed this year and the prominence of issues surrounding gender equality in sport maintaining a bright spotlight in the media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a history of exclusion and a struggle for recognition to a slow acceptance in a male-dominated industry, the race for women to be taken seriously may have turned for home, but there's a long straight ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSport of Queens\u003c\/em\u003e reveals the history of women in Australian horse racing, from Wilhelmina 'Bill' Smith, who secretly rode as a man at race meetings across North Queensland in the 1940s and 50s, to the exploits and struggles of jockeys such as Linda Jones, Pam O'Neil, and Beverley Buckingham in the 70s and 80s, and the successes of women such as Clare Lindop, Gai Waterhouse, and Michelle Payne in more recent times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as a historic analysis, \u003cem\u003eSport of Queens\u003c\/em\u003e contains eleven chapters, each dedicated to a female racing legend, in which she discusses the successes and challenges of her career and the issues she believes the racing industry currently faces. 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