{"title":"Thomas Morris","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our carefully curated collection of works by \u003cstrong\u003eThomas Morris\u003c\/strong\u003e, a talented author known for his captivating storytelling and unique approach to fiction and non-fiction. An acclaimed writer, Morris deftly blurs the lines between genres, offering readers a diverse range of narratives that cater to multiple interests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the realm of \u003cem\u003eGeneral Fiction\u003c\/em\u003e, \"Open Up\" is a remarkable work that showcases Morris's ability to delve deep into human emotions, highlighting personal and universal themes that resonate with readers on many levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who enjoy the immersive world of \u003cem\u003eCrime \u0026amp; Thriller\u003c\/em\u003e, \"The Dublin Railway Murder\" transports readers to a gripping narrative set in the heart of Dublin, where tension builds with each page, offering a thrilling journey full of twists and suspense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExploring quirky stories from history, \"The Mystery of the Exploding Teeth\" is a collection that falls into our \u003cem\u003eUncategorised\u003c\/em\u003e category. Here, Morris showcases his flair for the unexpected, unearthing strange but true tales that are as amusing as they are enlightening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReturning to the realm of \u003cem\u003eGeneral Fiction\u003c\/em\u003e, \"We Don't Know What We're Doing\" is a testament to Morris's skill in capturing the beautiful absurdity of everyday life. Through a series of interconnected stories, readers are offered a window into the lives of ordinary people navigating the complexities of modern existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThomas Morris's diverse works ensure that there is something for everyone to enjoy. Dive into his collection and discover the intricate worlds and fascinating characters he so masterfully creates.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-dublin-railway-murder-by-thomas-morris-9781529113006","title":"The Dublin Railway Murder","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn astonishing real-life murder mystery set in Victorian Dublin. This meticulously researched true-crime tale is perfect for fans of \u003cem\u003eThe Five\u003c\/em\u003e by Hallie Rubenhold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA thrilling investigation of a true Victorian crime at Dublin railway station, shortlisted for the CWA Gold Dagger for Non-Fiction 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDublin, November 1856 - George Little, the chief cashier of the Broadstone railway terminus, is found dead, lying in a pool of blood beneath his desk. Yet there is no sign of a murder weapon and the office door is locked, apparently from the inside. Thousands of pounds in gold and silver are left untouched at the scene of the crime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAugustus Guy, Ireland's most experienced detective, teams up with Dublin's leading lawyer to investigate the murder - but the case defies all explanation. Then a local woman comes forward, claiming to know the killer...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46553220514028,"sku":"9781529113006","price":24.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11551783482732.jpg?v=1750064913"},{"product_id":"we-dont-know-what-were-doing-by-thomas-morris-9780571317028","title":"We Don't Know What We're Doing","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA young video shop assistant exchanges the home comforts of one mother-figure for a fleeting encounter with another; a brother and sister find themselves at the bottom of a coal mine with a Japanese tourist; a Welsh stag on a debauched weekend in Dublin confesses an unimaginable truth; and a twice-widowed pensioner tries to persuade the lovely Mrs Morgan to be his date at the town's summer festival...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet in Caerphilly, a sleepy castle town in South Wales, Thomas Morris' debut collection reveals its treasures in unexpected ways, offering vivid and moving glimpses of the lost, lonely and bemused. By turns poignant, witty, and tender—these entertaining stories detail the lives of people who know where they are, but don't know what they're doing. This is the work of a young writer with a startlingly fresh voice, an uncanny ear for dialogue, and a broad emotional range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe Don't Know What We're Doing\u003c\/em\u003e showcases the intricate tapestry of life with an honest reflection on human complexity and vulnerability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46556766273772,"sku":"9780571317028","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780571317028.jpg?v=1750214722"},{"product_id":"open-up-by-thomas-morris-9780571384433","title":"Open Up","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA GRANTA BEST YOUNG BRITISH NOVELIST 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe new collection from a literary star - five achingly tender, innovative and dazzling stories of (dis)connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a child attending his first football match, buoyed by secret magic, and a wincingly humane portrait of adolescence, to the perplexity of grief and loss through the eyes of a seahorse, Thomas Morris seeks to find grace, hope and benevolence in the churning tumult of self-discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePhilosophically acute. Wincingly humane. Strikingly original. This outstanding suite of stories is bursting with a bracing emotional depth. \u003ci\u003eOpen Up\u003c\/i\u003e cracks the heart as it expands the short story form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eWe Don't Know What We're Doing\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Heart-hurtingly acute, laugh-out-loud funny, and one of the most satisfying collections I've read for years.' - ALI SMITH, \u003ci\u003eGuardian\u003c\/i\u003e 'Books of the Year'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Masterly. . . marvelous grace and wit.' - PHILIP HENSHER\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'That tonic gift, the sense of truth - the sense of transparency that permits us to see imaginary lives more clearly than we see our own'. The tonic comes in large doses in Thomas Morris's debut short-story collection.' - \u003ci\u003eIrish Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Morris's fresh, direct writing style feels brand new.' - \u003ci\u003eMetro\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Radiant' - \u003ci\u003eIndependent\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46713631342828,"sku":"9780571384433","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11520443482391.jpg?v=1754331092"},{"product_id":"the-mystery-of-the-exploding-teeth-by-thomas-morris-9781524743703","title":"The Mystery of the Exploding Teeth","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Delightfully horrifying.\" — \u003cem\u003ePopular Science\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis wryly humorous collection of stories about bizarre medical treatments and cases offers a unique portrait of a bygone era in all its jaw-dropping weirdness.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA puzzling series of dental explosions beginning in the nineteenth century is just one of many strange tales that have long lain undiscovered in the pages of old medical journals. Award-winning medical historian Thomas Morris delivers one of the most remarkable, cringe-inducing collections of stories ever assembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWitness Mysterious Illnesses (such as the Rhode Island woman who peed through her nose), Horrifying Operations (1781: A French soldier in India operates on his own bladder stone), Tall Tales (like the \"amphibious infant\" of Chicago, a baby that could apparently swim underwater for half an hour), Unfortunate Predicaments (such as that of the boy who honked like a goose after inhaling a bird's larynx), and a plethora of other marvels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond a series of anecdotes, these painfully amusing stories reveal a great deal about the evolution of modern medicine. 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