'Superb - a great book to fuel your wanderlust.' Mark Beaumont
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In 2019, Nick Butter became the first person to run a marathon in every country on Earth. This is Nick's story of his world record-breaking adventure and the extraordinary people who joined him along the way.
On January 6th 2018, Nick Butter tied his laces and stepped out on to an icy pavement in Toronto, where he began to take the first steps of an epic journey that would see him run 196 marathons in every one of the world's 196 countries. Spending almost two years on the road and relying on the kindness of strangers to keep him moving, Nick's odyssey allowed him to travel slowly, on foot, immersing himself in the diverse cultures and customs of his host nations.
Running through capital cities and deserts, around islands and through spectacular landscapes, Nick dodges bullets in Guinea-Bissau, crosses battlefields in Syria, survives a wild dog attack in Tunisia and runs around an erupting volcano in Guatemala. Along the way, he is often joined by local supporters and fellow runners, curious children and bemused passers-by. Telling their stories alongside his own, Nick captures the unique spirit of each place he visits and forges a new relationship with the world around him.
Running the World captures Nick's journey as he sets three world records and covers over five thousand miles. As he recounts his adventures, he shares his unique perspective on our glorious planet, celebrates the diversity of human experience, and reflects on the overwhelming power of running.
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd
ISBN: 9781787631724
Number of pages: 464
Weight: 593 g
Dimensions: 234 x 153 x 34 mm
Superb - a great book to fuel your wanderlust. - Mark Beaumont
Grit, perseverance and statesmanship, Nick Butter pulled off the impossible. - Dean Karnazes
The ultimate running book, showcasing the ultimate running adventure. - Sean Conway
Readers will find not only the bumps Butter encountered on the road, but the moments of serenity and insight he found along the way. - Daily Telegraph
[An] excellent biography. The Belgian's life is sufficiently extraordinary to warrant wider interestAlyson Rudd, The Times - .
An extraordinary account of Nick's attempt to run a marathon in every country of the world. Full of fascinating insights into many countries, and the sheer will power, determination and logistical planning it... More
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