{"title":"Mary Renshaw","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of Mary Renshaw, a remarkable author whose works offer a captivating glimpse into the lives and stories of iconic figures in the rock and roll scene. Known for her insightful and compelling narratives, Mary Renshaw brings to life the vibrant and often tumultuous world of music legends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer acclaimed book, \u003cem\u003eLive Wire\u003c\/em\u003e, co-authored with John D'Arcy and Gabby D'Arcy, stands as a testament to her ability to weave personal anecdotes and historical context into a rich tapestry that reveals the heart and soul of its subjects. This biography and memoir category collection offers readers an intimate look at the personal and professional journeys of rock music icons, capturing the essence of their impact on both the music industry and cultural landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMary Renshaw's engaging storytelling and meticulous research make her works an essential addition to the collection of anyone interested in the music history narrative. Her books are more than mere biographies; they are an invitation to experience the highs and lows of the rock and roll lifestyle through the eyes of those who lived it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelve into Mary Renshaw's collection to uncover the fascinating stories that continue to resonate with music fans and historians alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"live-wire-by-gabby-darcy-9781760294113","title":"Live Wire","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe world knows Bon Scott as the wild rocker, the frontman for AC\/DC who tragically died of alcohol poisoning on the eve of the band's rise to superstardom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat's the legend, now meet the man.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLive Wire\u003c\/i\u003e gives us the Bon Scott we never knew. In this deeply personal and revealing portrait, we learn what it was like to be his friend, live and tour with him, and be part of the close-knit world from which one of the biggest bands of all time emerged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith Bon, there was always sex, drugs, and rock'n'roll, but \u003ci\u003eLive Wire\u003c\/i\u003e also demonstrates the humour, intelligence, and warmth of the man. From his early days with The Valentines, living in rundown apartments in inner Melbourne, to the legendary early years of AC\/DC, this is the story of Bon, told by three of the people who knew him best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJohn D'Arcy was Bon's roadie and mate. Gabby D'Arcy, Darce's wife, was a close friend of Bon's. And Mary Renshaw was—as AC\/DC's former bass player Mark Evans called her—Bon's soulmate and companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Bon said, it's a long way to the top. And Mary, Darce, and Gabby were with him every step of the way. They lived with him, they loved him, and this is how they remember him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844440314092,"sku":"9781760294113","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20328073482814.jpg?v=1758842513"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/mary-renshaw.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}