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An electrifying look inside the wild world of extreme distance running.Once the reserve of only the most hardcore enthusiasts, ultra running is now a thriving global industry, with hundreds of thousands of competitors each year. But is the rise of this most brutal and challenging sportwith races that extend into hundreds of miles, often in extreme environmentsan antidote to modern life, or a symptom of a modern illness?In The Rise of the Ultra Runners, awardwinning author Adharanand Finn travels to the heart of the sport to investigate the reasons behind its rise and discover what it takes to join the ranks of these ultra athletes. Through encounters with the extreme and colorful characters of the ultramarathon world, and his own experiences of running ultras everywhere from the deserts of Oman to the Rocky Mountains, Finn offers a fascinating account of people testing the boundaries of human endeavor.
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- Q: What is 'The Rise of the Ultra Runners' about? A: The book explores the world of extreme distance running, examining the rise of ultra running as a sport and its significance in modern life through the author's experiences and encounters with ultra athletes.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Rise of the Ultra Runners'? A: The book is written by Adharanand Finn, an award-winning author known for his insightful exploration of sports and endurance.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book contains 272 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was 'The Rise of the Ultra Runners' published? A: The book was published on May 7, 2019.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under Extreme Sports.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of 'The Rise of the Ultra Runners'? A: There is no specific edition mentioned; it is noted as a hardcover book.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Rise of the Ultra Runners'? A: The book delves into themes of human endurance, the challenges of ultra running, and the motivations behind participating in extreme sports.
- Q: What insights can readers gain from 'The Rise of the Ultra Runners'? A: Readers can gain insights into the mindset of ultra athletes, the physical and mental challenges of extreme running, and the cultural impact of ultra running on contemporary society.