Runner: A Short Story About A Long Run
Runner: A Short Story About A Long Run
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
Runner: A Short Story About A Long Run
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015288
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Switzerland • 2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
"Runner: A Short Story About A Long Run" by Lizzy Hawker is an inspiring nonfiction narrative that chronicles Hawker's journey from her beginnings as a London schoolgirl to becoming one of the foremost figures in ultra-running. It details her record-breaking achievements, such as winning the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc five times, and illustrates her mental, physical, and emotional resilience, encouraging others to pursue their dreams despite seemingly insurmountable odds.
Inspirational
Adventurous
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Lizzy Hawker's Runner: A Short Story About A Long Run offers an inspiring glimpse into the life of an ultramarathon champion. Critics praise her vivid descriptions and emotional honesty, though some find the narrative pacing uneven. Hawker's deeply personal journey resonates with both athletes and casual readers, despite occasional repetitiveness.
Who Should Read Runner: A Short Story About A Long Run?
Readers who cherish endurance tales, personal growth, and the spirit of adventure will relish Runner: A Short Story About A Long Run by Lizzy Hawker. Comparable to Murakami's What I Talk About When I Talk About Running and McDougall's Born to Run, it captivates athletes and enthusiasts of transformative journeys alike.
1,327 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Switzerland • 2010s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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