{"title":"Aaron Noonan","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the exhilarating world of motorsports through the eyes of Aaron Noonan, Australia's leading authority in the field. Renowned for his captivating storytelling and deep knowledge, Noonan's works offer a thrilling ride into the heart of racing history and culture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his noteworthy contributions, \u003cem\u003eThe Great Race: 60 Years of the Bathurst 1000\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a celebrated bestseller, delving into the rich history and exciting stories of one of Australia's most iconic races. This book, along with others in Noonan's collection, is essential reading for enthusiasts who crave both the roar of the engines and the detailed histories behind each remarkable event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNoonan's books fall under the Sports category, where each title is crafted to engage readers, making them feel the pulse of the racetrack while learning about the legends and pivotal moments that have shaped motorsport. Immerse yourself in this collection and fuel your passion for speed and competition.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-great-race-60-years-of-the-bathurst-1000-the-bestselling-book-from-australias-leading-motorsport-journalist-by-aaron-noonan-9781460766637","title":"The Great Race: 60 years of the Bathurst 1000, the bestselling book from Australia's leading motorsport journalist","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis new updated edition includes all the cars, the stars, the thrills and the spills from six decades of the Bathurst classic including the 2023 60th year race - by Australia's premier motorsports journalist, with a foreword by five-time winner Garth Tander.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bathurst 1000 is undoubtedly Australia's 'Great Race', forever part of the sporting fabric of the nation. The 1000-kilometre race, held on the world-famous Mount Panorama circuit, is both a legend-maker and a heartbreaker, all wrapped up in one thrilling ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom its beginnings in the 1960s as a 500-mile race for standard production cars, the Bathurst 1000 has evolved into an annual multi-million dollar battle between purpose-built, millimetre-perfect V8-powered Supercars. After six decades of this extraordinary battle on the mountain, \u003cem\u003eThe Great Race\u003c\/em\u003e takes a look back at the thrills, the spills, the legends and the losers of the race's history, from the legendary Ford and Holden battles to how the Mountain made household names of Peter Brock, Allan Moffat, Dick Johnson, Craig Lowndes, Mark Skaife and so many more, including the fearless women who have challenged the race.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the famous, edge-of-your-seat races to the infamous moments on and off the track, and the characters, rivalries, rifts and controversies, Aaron Noonan - Australia's leading motorsport journalist and commentator - enshrines all the high-octane action over the decades, including the 2023 race itself, and gives an eye-opening account of how the circuit has evolved from a scenic tourist drive into a world-famous Mecca of motorsport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith special added insight into what became of the legendary cars that have conquered Mount Panorama after their days of glory, \u003cem\u003eThe Great Race\u003c\/em\u003e is a fast-paced drive down Bathurst 1000 memory lane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47082815553772,"sku":"9781460766637","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2147053482708.jpg?v=1765277779"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/aaron-noonan.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}