{"title":"'John' Wayne Parr","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating journey of John 'Wayne' Parr, a renowned figure in the world of kickboxing and Muay Thai, through our collection of insightful books. John Wayne Parr, often referred to as 'The Gunslinger,' is celebrated not only for his striking achievements in the ring but also for his contributions to martial arts globally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his riveting memoir, \u003cem\u003eThe Fighter\u003c\/em\u003e, Parr opens up about his gruelling training regimes, epic battles, and the personal experiences that have shaped him into the legendary fighter he is today. His story is not just about victories and defeats in the ring; it's an inspiring tale of perseverance, passion, and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart biography and part motivational narrative, John Wayne Parr's books offer an intimate look at the life of a fighter who has inspired countless individuals worldwide. Whether you're a martial arts enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates a compelling life story, this collection provides a unique glimpse into the heart and mind of a true sports icon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into the world of John Wayne Parr and discover the man behind the gloves, his philosophies, and his unyielding spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-fighter-by-john-wayne-parr-9780733651908","title":"The Fighter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Fighter\u003c\/em\u003e is the compelling life story of Australian Muay Thai legend John Wayne Parr - a fighter's odyssey full of twists, turns, world titles, personal challenges, and triumphs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHailed as a legend in the fighting world, ten-time Muay Thai and kickboxing world champion John Wayne Parr knew ever since \u003cem\u003eThe Karate Kid\u003c\/em\u003e came out that he wanted to learn a martial art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom then, Wayne trained in diverse styles including taekwondo and kickboxing as his family moved around Australia. He eventually settled on Muay Thai, seduced by its paradox of violence balanced against the romance of tradition and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMuay Thai took Wayne around the world in a career that spanned almost 150 fights. And there were triumphs beyond his multiple wins too, like meeting his wife and starting a family. But amid the thrills of achieving championship status, Wayne also faced challenges brought on by taking his body to the very edge, as well as a series of personal struggles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the story of a man who knows what it is to test himself, physically and mentally, and the life lessons he learnt along the way, all told with Wayne's characteristic sense of humour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46846224236780,"sku":"9780733651908","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4d2c2c1149052be3529d9457b662522b.jpg?v=1758964280"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/john-wayne-parr.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}