{"title":"Steve Jones","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the exciting world of Steve Jones, a multifaceted author known for his gripping narratives and insightful perspectives. Whether you're a seasoned reader or a curious newcomer, Jones's books promise to engage and educate in equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApache at War\u003c\/em\u003e is a remarkable dive into the history and culture of the Apache people, offering a vivid recount of their resilience and combat strategies. This biography paints a compelling portrait of these formidable warriors, making it an essential read for anyone interested in history or indigenous cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor food enthusiasts, \u003cem\u003eCheese Beer Wine Cider\u003c\/em\u003e is a delightful journey into the world of artisanal beverages and gourmet food pairings. Jones provides an enlightening guide to understanding and appreciating these culinary staples, making it a must-have for those looking to expand their culinary repertoire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Last Laugh Club\u003c\/em\u003e, Jones explores the intricate web of crime and intrigue. 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The Apache's engines rumbled on as we orbited, hoping to see immediate harsh, hard proof that he was no longer a threat.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSteve Jones is a former \u003cb\u003esenior British combat pilot\u003c\/b\u003e flying with the \u003cb\u003eArmy Air Corps\u003c\/b\u003e (AAC), and \u003ci\u003eApache at War\u003c\/i\u003e is his vivid and uncompromising account of flying 'the ultimate fighting machine', the \u003cb\u003eApache AH1 attack helicopter\u003c\/b\u003e in action. From patrolling 'Bandit Country' in Northern Ireland in the late 1990s, to taking out Taliban fighters in Afghanistan in the mid to late 2000s, with active service in the Balkans and Iraq along the way: Steve Jones offers the \u003cb\u003etaut, gritty, and graphic\u003c\/b\u003e reality of flying in military service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBesides his time spent in the air, Steve Jones was also a qualified instructor on the Apache. He brings us a first-hand account of his time spent teaching the then 'Lieutenant H. Wales' — \u003cb\u003ePrince Harry\u003c\/b\u003e — to fly and fight the aircraft. He tells of mentoring the hard-living prince, of equipping him with skills that would later bring out the best in him in Afghanistan, offering insights into Harry the soldier and pilot far removed from the media figure that we all know so well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmediate, dramatic, peppered with military insights and laced with laconic humour, \u003ci\u003eApache at War\u003c\/i\u003e is a testament to the vital work of combat helicopter pilots, as well as an intimate salute to a truly remarkable aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46798466908396,"sku":"9781789467765","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/a45452ea8320a1bf74fc88c01d785c28.jpg?v=1757234110"},{"product_id":"cheese-beer-wine-cider-by-adam-lindsley-9781682682432","title":"Cheese Beer Wine Cider","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA field guide to cheese-and-drink combinations that go beyond Parmigiano and Prosecco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCheese and wine are a classic combination, but many cheeses taste even better with beer or cider. Steve Jones, proprietor of the Portland-based Cheese Bar and Chizu (cheese served sushi-style), has been successfully matching cheeses with alcoholic beverages for more than two decades. Here he shares his knowledge by introducing 75 different cheeses and pairing each with the beverage that brings out the best in both. Jones provides a treasure trove of delectable, often surprising pairings, as well as simple steps for successful experimentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis guide will function as a crash course for beginners on buying, storing, and serving cheese and alcohol, while offering more seasoned aficionados page after page of cheese-and-beverage combinations to replicate at home. 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But even Walter White never had to \"share his feelings\" with a bunch of misfits like Ray's chemotherapy group—a giant Welsh bouncer, a Wolf of Wall Street wannabe, and a potty-mouthed little old lady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to that lot, getting mugged almost came as a relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut Ray is not your average victim. When his training kicks in, and his would-be attacker winds up dead, he starts to wonder who else he could deal out such summary justice to...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter all, he's got cancer. 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