{"title":"Shona Riddell","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of \u003cem\u003eShona Riddell\u003c\/em\u003e, an author renowned for her captivating exploration of history and human spirit. With a rich background in storytelling, Shona Riddell brings forward tales that delve deep into the enduring strength of individuals throughout time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her noteworthy works, \u003cstrong\u003e“Guiding Lights”\u003c\/strong\u003e casts an illuminating spotlight on the world’s most famous and remote lighthouses, revealing the profound stories of the men and women who tended these beacons of hope. It's a beautiful blend of history and personal memoir that takes readers on a journey into the heart of maritime life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Trial of Strength”\u003c\/strong\u003e continues to explore themes of resilience and courage, often set against challenging backdrops. This book provides an insightful look at the trials faced by those living and thriving in extreme environments, drawing on historical events to inspire and educate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmbark on a journey with Shona Riddell's books, where history and biography intertwine to honour the extraordinary strength of ordinary people. Perfect for the history buff or anyone with a keen interest in true stories of perseverance, Shona Riddell’s works are a must-read.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"guiding-lights-by-shona-riddell-9781923011045","title":"Guiding Lights","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWomen have a long history of keeping the lights burning, from tending ancient altar flames to manning modern-day lighthouses. Yet most of their stories are little-known. \u003cem\u003eGuiding Lights\u003c\/em\u003e is a collection of true stories spanning decades and continents, chronicling the lives of the extraordinary women who mind the world’s lighthouses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Hannah Sutton and her partner Grant, the two caretakers living alone on Tasmania’s wild Maatsuyker Island, to Karen Zacharuk, the keeper in charge of Cape Beale, Vancouver Island, where bears, cougars and wolves roam, the lives of lighthouse women are not for the faint of heart. Paired with stunning photographs, discover the tales of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe dramatic torching of Puysegur Point, one of NZ’s most inhospitable lighthouses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e‘Haunted’ lighthouses across the US and their tragic tales.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLighthouse accidents and emergencies around the world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo of the world’s most legendary lighthouse women, Ida Lewis (US) and Grace Darling (UK), who risked their lives to save others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book also explores our dual perception of lighthouses: are they comforting and romantic beacons symbolising hope and trust, or storm-lashed and forbidding towers with echoes of lonely, mad keepers? Whatever our perception, stories of women’s courage and dedication in minding the lights – then and now – continue to capture our imagination and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46627409330412,"sku":"9781923011045","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18521573482872.jpg?v=1751884912"},{"product_id":"guiding-lights-by-shona-riddell-9781925820621","title":"Guiding Lights","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWomen have a long history of keeping the lights burning, from tending ancient altar flames or bonfires to modern-day lighthouse keeping. Yet most of their stories are little-known. \u003ci\u003eGuiding Lights\u003c\/i\u003e includes true stories from around the world, chronicling the lives of the extraordinary women who mind the world’s storm-battered towers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Hannah Sutton and her partner Grant, the two caretakers living alone on Tasmania’s wild Maatsuyker Island, to Karen Zacharuk, the keeper in charge of Cape Beale on Canada’s Vancouver Island, where bears, cougars, and wolves roam, the lives of lighthouse women are not for the faint of heart. Stunning photographs from throughout history accompany accounts of the dramatic torching of Puysegur Point, one of NZ’s most inhospitable lighthouses; ‘haunted’ lighthouses across the US and their tragic tales; lighthouse accidents and emergencies around the world; and two of the world’s most legendary lighthouse women: Ida Lewis (US) and Grace Darling (UK), who risked their lives to save others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book also explores our dual perception of lighthouses: are they comforting and romantic beacons symbolising hope and trust, or storm-lashed and forbidding towers with echoes of lonely, mad keepers? Whatever our perception, stories of women’s courage and dedication in minding the lights — then and now — continue to capture our imagination and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46655210717420,"sku":"9781925820621","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18531543482873.jpg?v=1752464178"},{"product_id":"trial-of-strength-by-shona-riddell-9781775593560","title":"Trial of Strength","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe world’s subantarctic islands circle the lower part of the globe below New Zealand, Australia, Africa, and South America in the ‘Roaring Forties’ and ‘Furious Fifties’ latitudes. They are filled with unique plants and wildlife, constantly buffeted by lashing rain and furious gales, and surrounded by a vast, powerful ocean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNew Zealand and Australian subantarctic islands in particular have a rich and fascinating human history, from the early 19th-century explorers and sealers through to modern-day conservation and adventure tourism. And yet, the subantarctic islands are often called our ‘forgotten islands’ because so few people know of their existence, despite their status since 1998 as World Heritage sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrial of Strength\u003c\/em\u003e is a history book filled with compelling photos for a modern audience, and one that, for the first time, includes women’s stories as more than just a footnote. Balanced and engaging, it features classic tales of infamous shipwrecks, lesser-known stories of intrepid pioneers, as well as more recent stories of adventure tourism, conservation wins, and dramatic helicopter rescues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by the descendant of two 19th-century British colonial settlers who attempted to create a home for their young family in this bleak environment, \u003cem\u003eTrial of Strength\u003c\/em\u003e will leave you with an appreciation for the tenacity of the human race and the forbidding forces of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46657394868460,"sku":"9781775593560","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4807803482820.jpg?v=1752485452"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/shona-riddell.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}