{"product_id":"jewel-of-the-australian-desert","title":"Jewel of the Australian Desert","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"139\"\u003eJewel of the Australian Desert\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"142\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"161\"\u003eBy Neville Bonney\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"241\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"241\"\u003eA beautiful exploration of one of Australia’s most iconic native plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"413\"\u003eThe Native Peach, or Quandong (\u003cem data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"295\"\u003eSantalum acuminatum\u003c\/em\u003e), is more than just a fruit—it is a living thread woven through Australia’s ecological, cultural, and culinary story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"596\"\u003eIn this richly illustrated book, Neville Bonney takes you on a journey through time, uncovering the significance of this remarkable plant from ancient landscapes to modern kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"636\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"636\"\u003eInside this book, you’ll discover:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e• The prehistoric origins and natural history of the Quandong\u003cbr data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e• Its deep connection to Aboriginal culture and traditional use\u003cbr data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"768\"\u003e• Botanical insights into how the plant grows and thrives\u003cbr data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"828\"\u003e• Its role in Australian exploration and early settler life\u003cbr data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"890\"\u003e• Uses in arts, craft, and contemporary cuisine\u003cbr data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"940\"\u003e• Guidance on cultivating and farming this unique native species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eThis is both an informative guide and a celebration—honouring a plant that has nourished, inspired, and connected people to Country for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003e• Gardeners and native plant enthusiasts\u003cbr data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003e• Those interested in bush foods and Australian cuisine\u003cbr data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003e• Readers curious about the cultural and ecological story of native species\u003cbr data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e• Anyone wanting to deepen their connection to Australian landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 116\u003cbr data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9780646911045\u003cbr data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 270 x 210 mm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51135096586525,"sku":"jewel-of-the-australian-desert","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/1786\/8061\/files\/cd33ee63-Jewel-Of-The-Australian-Desert-400.jpg?v=1775794799","url":"https:\/\/thesoundtemple.com.au\/products\/jewel-of-the-australian-desert","provider":"The Sound Temple","version":"1.0","type":"link"}