{"title":"Donald McRae","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by the acclaimed author Donald McRae, whose captivating narratives and deep insights into the world of sports have made him a favourite among readers and enthusiasts alike. McRae's storytelling prowess and thorough research are evident in his remarkable books, such as \u003cem\u003eThe Last Bell\u003c\/em\u003e. Although the title is repeated, each iteration promises a unique exploration of the human spirit in the world of sports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDonald McRae is known for his ability to delve beyond the statistics and results, bringing to light the personal stories and struggles that define athletes. His work often goes beyond mere reportage, engaging readers with a rich tapestry of emotions and experiences that resonate with both sports fans and those interested in human interest stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a dedicated sports aficionado or simply enjoy a compelling narrative, McRae’s books offer a profound look at the triumphs and challenges faced by those who push the boundaries in their respective fields. Dive into our collection and discover why Donald McRae’s books continue to inspire and captivate audiences around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-last-bell-by-donald-mcrae-9781398539914","title":"The Last Bell","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDonald McRae has followed boxing all his life. In recent years, his love has waned, as criminality, doping, and dirty money gnaw away at the soul of boxing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2018, grieving the death of his sister and with his parents seriously ill, he sought refuge in boxing again. At just this moment, Tyson Fury completed one of the most shocking comebacks in the history of the sport, proving that it still had the ability to offer thrills and redemption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Fury’s comeback to the first undisputed heavyweight champion of this century, McRae takes you ringside and into the inner sanctums of some of the greatest contemporary fighters. He shows what’s needed to become a champion like Katie Taylor or Oleksandr Usyk, but he also reveals the physical and mental devastation of defeat and, by telling the heartbreaking story of Patrick Day, faces up to the very real threat of death in the ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Last Bell\u003c\/i\u003e, McRae’s most personal and explosive book, he tries to reconcile the contradictions which lie at the murky heart of a sport he’s followed for 50 years and wonders if this might finally be the time to leave it all behind...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46266019578092,"sku":"9781398539914","price":41.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781398539914.jpg?v=1742159861"},{"product_id":"the-last-bell-by-donald-mcrae-9781398504202","title":"The Last Bell","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e‘Thoroughly encapsulates the current state of the hurt business’ \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eTelegraph\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e, Best Books of 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor fifty years, Donald McRae has followed boxing. As criminality and corruption spread, his love for the sport dimmed. In 2018, grieving his sister’s death and his parents’ illness, he turned back to boxing – just as Tyson Fury’s improbable resurrection proved the ring could still offer redemption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMcRae takes us close to champions including Fury, Canelo Álvarez, Katie Taylor and Oleksandr Usyk. He doesn’t shy away from exploring huge themes – doping, state repression, war – and he doesn’t flinch from recording the thudding hits or the heartbreak a fighter feels in defeat. And in telling the devastating story of Patrick Day, he confronts death in the ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Last Bell\u003c\/i\u003e is McRae’s most personal and unflinching book, a clear-eyed reckoning with life and the sport he can’t let go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e‘Exhilarating and terrifying’ \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eHerald\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47344355475692,"sku":"9781398504202","price":28.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/095f793382827b40430d1a10107abccb.jpg?v=1772311603"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/donald-mcrae.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}