{"title":"Neill Birss","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the fascinating world of \u003cem\u003eNeill Birss\u003c\/em\u003e, a talented author renowned for his captivating biographies and memoirs. Specialising in bringing the stories of inspiring individuals to life, Neill Birss combines meticulous research with engaging storytelling to create works that resonate with readers. One of his standout titles, \u003cem\u003eBurt Munro\u003c\/em\u003e, showcases his exceptional ability to delve into the lives of extraordinary people and present their tales in a compelling manner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeill Birss's books are a treasure trove for those who enjoy delving into the lives of people who have made a significant impact on the world. Whether you are a fan of thrilling exploits or insightful introspections, his works promise to leave a lasting impression. The biographies and memoirs crafted by Birss not only educate but also entertain, making them a delightful addition to any reader's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Neill Birss's collection and be prepared to be inspired by the real-life stories of remarkable individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"burt-munro-by-neill-birss-9780143573982","title":"Burt Munro","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously unpublished interviews with Burt Munro, legendary Kiwi motorcycle rider made famous in the movie \u003cem\u003eThe World's Fastest Indian\u003c\/em\u003e. Colourful tales of a life well-lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInvercargill, at the far southern end of New Zealand. It's the late 1960s and two blokes sit in a modest shed drinking tea. The old bloke is telling stories about his life; the young bloke, a junior reporter, is typing earnestly on his Olympia portable typewriter. Dramatic tales abound - of youthful scrapes, motorcycle races and ingenious repairs, of international travel and friendships and road trips, of high speeds and accidents and meetings with dutiful policemen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBurt Munro became known around the world through the 2005 movie \u003cem\u003eThe World's Fastest Indian\u003c\/em\u003e, but had long been known to motorcycle fans as a colourful character and speed record-holder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur young journalist, Neill Birss, moved away from Invercargill and the interviews he had typed out were never published. In fact, they were lost during the move and only resurfaced under strange circumstances many decades later. Here they are in this book - the lost interviews with Burt Munro, legendary Kiwi motorcycle rider - his voice as fresh and his stories as vivid as the day he told them to the young reporter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available as an eBook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46370095956204,"sku":"9780143573982","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2456013482239.jpg?v=1744805083"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/neill-birss.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}