Heart of the Lion: The 50 Year History of Australia's Holden by John Wright (1998, Hardcover)

Author:
John Wright

Publisher:
Allen & Unwin, St Leonards, N.S.W.

Year:
1998

Format:
Hardcover, xvi + 359 pages, illustrated throughout

ISBN:
9781865081984/1864487445

Condition:
Very Good – light wear to dust jacket; internally clean and tightly bound

Type of Book:
Automotive history / Australian industrial heritage

Description:
This richly illustrated volume chronicles fifty years of Holden, Australia's most iconic car manufacturer, from its postwar beginnings to its status as a national symbol of automotive innovation and pride. Written by respected motoring historian John Wright, Heart of the Lion delves into the technical developments, company milestones, cultural impact, and changing designs that made Holden a household name. Includes index and bibliography (pp. 347–348).

Why You’ll Love It:
A must-have for motoring enthusiasts, collectors, or anyone passionate about Australian industrial history, this book is both informative and nostalgic—a tribute to a brand that helped shape the nation's identity.