Description
This compelling blend of history, memoir, and adventure follows a legendary 153-mile journey from Athens to Sparta—an endurance feat tied to the origins of the marathon and the defense of ancient democracy. Drawing on his Greek heritage and the work of leading scholars, the author recreates the historic route while exploring the people, politics, warfare, and ideals of Ancient Greece. Vividly rendered through the physical and psychological demands of ultramarathoning, the narrative examines courage, perseverance, sacrifice, and the enduring power of the human spirit.
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paperback
Allen & Unwin
Published Jan 1, 2018
304 pages
ISBN: 9781760295325
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First Published
2016
Language
eng
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