A Land Speed Record Book You Won’t Put Down!
If you are into land speed records and drag racing, then ROSCO The Fastest Aussie on Earth is a must-read biography and has been a #1 best-seller on Amazon.
This motor racing memoir is about Australian drag racing and land speed record holder, Rosco McGlashan’s life. It is not one of your typical motor racing biographies, as his early life was very challenging and not one of privilege like some in motorsport. Rosco quits school and his home at 12, driving north in Western Australia to find work. He increases his age from 12 to 16 to fund a career in drag racing, hoping to eventually go on to break the World land speed record.
Things don’t go to plan, and at 17 Rosco finds himself in prison and solitary confinement. When released his life could have spiralled down into serious crime or worse. However, he finds salvation through his love of speed and raw horsepower.
He meets many people along the journey. He encounters mass murders, world leaders, sporting legends and many famous people, leading to some truly incredible stories. There is something in this memoir for everyone. It will make you laugh, leave you speechless at times, but hopefully inspire you on your journey in life. Quitting is not in this man’s racing DNA.
ROSCO The Fastest Aussie on Earth is available in Paperback, Hardback, eBook and Audiobook. To buy, click on the link to your country’s Amazon site below.
Where To Buy The Book
AUS & NZ – Buy on Amazon.com.au
USA – Buy on Amazon.com
UK – Buy on Amazon.co.uk
Canada – Buy on Amazon.ca
France – Buy on Amazon.fr
Germany – Buy on Amazon.de
Japan – Buy on Amazon.co.jp
Italy – Buy on Amazon.it
India – Buy on Amazon.in
Brazil – Buy on Amazon.com.br
Mexico – Buy on Amazon.com.mx
Spain – Buy on Amazon.es
If you are still not convinced just how good ROSCO The Fastest Aussie on Earth is, please, read some of the book’s testimonials/reviews below.
There Is So Much In This Book!
ROSCO The Fastest Aussie on Earth is crammed full of incredible stories about his drag racing and land speed record attempts. It has 380 action-packed pages with 160 incredible images of Rosco’s life, cars and racing career.
Rosco’s V8 drag bike and jet dragsters take him racing tracks all over Australia, the USA and New Zealand. These races lead to amazing and funny adventures that will leave you laughing out loud and wanting more.
Later, his motorsport career takes him to other countries. One of these story is when Rosco is kidnapped by the Russian Mafia whilst trying to buy two MIG jet fighter engines, and he fights his way out. He crashes a car at nearly 600 mph and also clinically dies on an operating table when another car he was racing went off a mountain road. He was revived and went on to win many drag racing titles and break the Australian land speed record.
Krazy Horse – V8 Drag Bike
The Rocket Bike Was Banned
Aussie Invader 3 – Reached 1,027 km/h
Aussie Invader 5R – 1,600+ km/h
This is a Book You Won’t Put Down!
#1 Best-Seller on Amazon
Also Just Released on Audible
Don’t have time to read a book, why not listen to Rosco’s incredible story by downloading it from Audible? Brilliantly narrated by Greg Newman. Listen to it in your car or truck.
What Our Readers Are Saying
I Felt Like I Was Part Of The Story – 5-Stars
I’m a 77 YO car guy who loves LSR. I have finished the book, I laughed, had some tears and am hoping for a finish done by Rosco. You always know your REALLY enjoyed a book when it leaves you wanting more. In Rosco’s case there is a number and I will not tell, ya gotta read it to find out.
Ripper Read – Couldn’t Put It Down – 5-Stars
A truly inspirational story. The book tells of Rosco’s journey from a very difficult childhood to becoming the fastest Aussie on earth. His ambition and determination to succeed against the odds are truly inspirational. His warts and all account of a very colourful life is well written by his friend Mark Read. It makes very interesting reading.
Go, Aussie Invader 5R!! – 5-Stars
This is a raw, real story about a truly remarkable project that only exists because one man has steadfastly refused to give up on an incredible childhood dream. What an amazing journey! I want Aussie Invader to get that land speed record even more now.
A Must Read For Any Racing Lover! – 5-Stars
I ordered the book, started reading it and could not put it down. As a land speed racer myself I understand his passion and can appreciate all the trials he has experienced chasing his dream. A man of undying courage, persistence and his story to live his dream at all costs! I highly recommend this book!
Epic Read! – 5-Stars
Absolutely fascinating read showing that with drive and determination, no matter your background, you can achieve great things. Very easy to read, funny and poignant at times. A real look into what it takes to achieve a dream. Excellent read, highly recommended for everyone, not just speed freaks.
You Must Read This Book! – 5-Stars
Absolute must-read if you’re a fan of science, racing, speed, cars, engineering, or any of the above!!
Great Tales From A Jet-Powered Life – 5-Stars
Mark’s recording of Rosco’s life and work (obsession) in the form of a broadly chronological series of stories is entertaining, engaging and occasionally educational. You can easily imagine sitting in an Aussie pub listening to Rosco recount these stories over a couple of beers. The result is a portrait of the man and of his utter focus on building the fastest car in the world, a story of resilience, humour, sacrifice and devotion. I found it hard to put down.
Toughest Bloody Aussie On Earth! – 5-Stars
Rosco’s life is incredible. His story had me hooked from the 1st page. If you want to be inspired to do something with your life, read this as hopefully it’ll get you doing something amazing, just like Rosco has. Still the 1000mph to go! God speed Rosco.
The Final Chapter Is Yet To Be Written – 5-Stars
It’s actually really hard to describe this book and, more importantly, this bloke’s life. Putting things very simply, Rosco is a bloke who has taken so many hits, he probably should just lay down and give up. But instead, he stands back up, gives the knockers, the missed opportunities, and the failures the bird and keeps ploughing forward. This is no ordinary bloke. Well written, this book captures his amazing life on a blow by blow basis, the trials and tribulations of the fastest Aussie on Earth. You only hope that soon, he also gets to have the title of the Fastest Man on Earth. With his determination, it can’t be far away…
Very Good Book! – 5-Stars
Rosco engages the reader from the very beginning, but when I read about him coming to my hometown, Thousand Oaks, I was hooked. It was interesting to read about some of the companies and people he dealt with. Also, the respect he shows for Jessi Combs, Ed Shadle, and others we have lost is appreciated. I highly recommend this book.
Wonderful Read, The Best Book I have Read In Many Years – 5-Stars
From the moment I picked up this book and started reading, I found it difficult to put it down. It was a compelling read with lots of amazing things I could empathise with. It was also very well written and easy to keep things in context. Congratulations to everyone involved in this truly outstanding project.
What A Great Book!! – 5-Stars
I read this book in record time for me, I just couldn’t put it down. I don’t know if this is Rosco’s first book but by the quality of the chapters and the easy flow of the book, it would seem that he has published hundreds. This book details everything that is the Aussie Battler and it is very humorous all the way through which is another Aussie trait. Thanks, Rosco and Team for a thoroughly interesting read and for the laughs!
Brilliant Look Into What Drives People – 5-Stars
I have read many “stories” on people’s lives and what drives them, this is an excellent insight into the goals of a legend. Lots of us will stand on the sidelines of life and watch others go for the goals we wish we had the balls to do ourselves, then we go back to our safe lives and jobs with money in the bank. Boys and girls like Rosco give 110 % commitment, financially, mentally and often physically chasing their goals so we can all look on in awe. Keep up the dream for all us mere mortals.
I Worked On Thrust SSC For Three Years. This Book Is Pure Fact! – 5-Stars
This is what the land speed record is all about, the car is only a small part of getting the record. The money, venues, workforce, sponsors and weather are all the other factors plus sheer dedication. Good luck Rosco. WEW