Now Australia's Biggest Toy Store
Shop over 700,000 Toys in our Huge New Range
Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen
Share

Already own it?

Sell yours

Sell it on your site?

Sell it on your site
Home » Books » Sports & Recreation » Running

Born to Run http://www.fishpond.com.au/Books/Born-to-Run-Christopher-McDougall/9780307266309

A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen

By Christopher McDougall

RRP $38.99 $18.39   Save $20.60 (53%) Free shipping Australia wide
Ships from USA supplier
Rating:
 
Register or sign-in to rate and get recommendations.
Format:Hardback, 304 pages
Published In: United States, 01 May 2009

Reviews

"Compelling. . . . Entertaining. . . . [McDougall] uses an extended portrait of one of the world's least known cultures, the Tarahumara Indians of Mexico's Copper Canyons, to put modern American running under an exacting magnifying glass."-"San Francisco Chronicle"
"Equal parts quest, physiology treatise, and running history. . . . [McDougall] seeks to learn the secrets of the Tarahumara the old-fashioned way: He tracks them down. . . . The climactic race reads like a sprint. . . . It simply makes you want to run."-"Outside Magazine"
"Hugely entertaining. . . . One of the most joyful and engaging books about running to appear for many years."-- "The Irish Times."
"An enthralling story. . . . McDougall's background as a magazine writer is readily apparent-his prose is light and airy, informative without being pretentious. Most passages are short and engaging with extra doses of drama and exclamatory phrases thrown in to great effect. McDougall wisely grounds the narrative in his own struggle to engage in the concluding race-he was frustrated with his tendency to get injured-and he offers insightful sidebars on a variety of topics, from the development of the modern running shoe to an evolutionary argument that humans are literally born to run. . . . A terrific ride, recommended for any athlete."-"Kirkus," starred review
"A wildly fascinating story, perfectly told. "Born to Run" is an instant classic." -Daniel Coyle, author of "The Talent Code
"
""Born to Run" is hilariously funny, weird, and nonstop fun to read. Runners can sink their teeth into it."-Bill Rodgers, Four time winner of the Boston Marathon
"Driven by an intense yet subtle curiosity, Christopher McDougall gamely treads across the continent to pierce the soul and science of long-distance running. McDougall's ambitious search leads him deep into the ragged folds of Mexico's Copper Canyon, where he somehow manages the impossible: He plumbs the mystic secrets of the f

Publisher: Three Rivers Press
ISBN:0307266303
EAN:9780307266309
Dimensions: 24.08 x 16.81 x 2.84 centimeters (0.62 kg)
Age Range: 15+ years
Tell a friend

Their Email:
Sell Yours

Already own this item?
Sell Yours and earn some cash. It's fast and free to list! (Learn More.)

Reviews

5 of 5 Stars! –

An excellent read for anyone interested in running, anthropology or a good story.
Inspiring to read while also informative without the reader realising it.
Highly recommend it - I'm not one of those fast readers but found it hard to put the book down and looked forward to picking it up again.
Ali

Was this review helpful? [Yes] or [No]
 

5 of 5 Stars! –

Yeah can't agree more with prevous reveiws it was an amazing read. Covering not only the science and history of running but the interesting real tale of the taramara. This was an inspiring and well writtten book that I've passed onto everyone i can.

Was this review helpful? [Yes] or [No]
 

5 of 5 Stars! –

This is probably one of the best sports books I've ever read. A compelling tale and an informative documentary. I've recommended it and passed my two copies on to many others. If you run, you must read it. I'm now a converted barefoot runner... and loving it.

Was this review helpful? [Yes] or [No]
 

4 of 5 Stars! –

If you're a runner or even if you're not, this is a good read. Some real interesting stuff about what the human body is actually capable of. Plus a tale about a pretty remarkable event contested by some remarkable people.

Was this review helpful? [Yes] or [No]
 

5 of 5 Stars! –

I heard about this book from Chris McDougall's interview on "The Daily Show" and the tale was so intriguing I just had to learn more. What I found was a wonderful book that is both entertaining and informative. The story is set in motion from McDougall's search to discover why his feet hurt when he runs and he is intrigued by a photo he sees in a Mexican magazine of an Taramara Indian in his 50s who just finished a 100 mile race in little more than sandals. He wonders what the Taramara know that he doesn't. His quest to discover this information leads him through a griping tale filled with wonderful characters from the sport of Endurance running, an expose of the running shoe industry, and an intriguing theory on the evolution of man as a species born to run. His tale culminates in his participation in a 50 mile race in the Copper Canyons of Mexico with the Taramara Indians and a select group of American endurance runners. A wonderful read that inspires you to get up and try running yourself.

Was this review helpful? [Yes] or [No]
 
5 reviews, showing 1 to 5
Review this Product
BAD GOOD
Webmasters, Bloggers & Website Owners

You can earn a 5% commission by selling Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen hardcover book on your website. It's easy to get started - we will give you example code. After you're set-up, your website can earn you money while you work, play or even sleep!

Authors/Publishers

Are you the Author/Publisher? Improve sales by submitting additional information on this title.

This item ships from and is sold by Fishpond.com, Inc.

Buy Online

Make Money

Help

My Fishpond

About Us

Worldwide

 Fishpond.com.au is a Hitwise Award Winner

© 2004-2013 Fishpond Ltd. All prices are in AU Australian dollars.