Burt Munro Indian Legend of Speed (The World's Fastest Indian) 
asked by jrivera on November 4, 2006 1:34 PM
This book recounts the fascinating tale of the famous New Zealand Indian rider Burt Munro. The author, George Begg grew up in the Southland of the South Island and raced against Munro. Includes many rare early photos and a section of color photos. Sir Anthony Hopkins plays Munro in the current award winning movie, The World's Fastest Indian. Strongly recommended.
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This guy was smart. Not book smart but real world smart. A good read and as R. Merritt said the movie does not come close to capturing the complexity and realality of what this man did in his life. I'm inspired by this book but unlike the NY Times writer who said this story is "...just Seabicuit on wheels.." I consider this story a common mans tale of the human spirit
reviewed by csean85 on November 21, 2006 5:32 PM
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If you saw the movie, "The World's Fastest Indian", and want to know more about Burt Munro, BUY this book. It was written by one of Burt's closest friends and tells Burt's life story. It rambles some at times, but is full of information on Burt and has b&w and color pictures.
There is much more to Burt Munro than the movie could cover and he led a fascinating life, actually racing motorycles (including the Indian in the movie) in Australia and New Zealand for decades before going to Bonneville numerous times in his later years. If you want to know the whole story of Burt Munro, this book is a must.
There is much more to Burt Munro than the movie could cover and he led a fascinating life, actually racing motorycles (including the Indian in the movie) in Australia and New Zealand for decades before going to Bonneville numerous times in his later years. If you want to know the whole story of Burt Munro, this book is a must.
reviewed by bones on November 27, 2006 12:01 AM