The Runner's Guide to the Meaning of Life | 
| Author: Amby Burfoot
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  8 reviews
Sales Rank: 6414
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Pages: 150
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 5.2 x 0.7
ISBN: 1602391858
Dewey Decimal Number: 613.7172
EAN: 9781602391857
Publication Date: November 17, 2007
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Cited by Runner’s World magazine as one of the best books ever written on running, The Runner’s Guide to the Meaning of Life reveals as much about reaching your full potential as it does about sport. Boston Marathon winner Amby Burfoot, one of running’s wisest voices, presents 15 life lessons about passion, courage, materialism, failure, and regeneration, all learned during his more than 35 years of experience in running. He discusses a runner’s essential traits—qualities necessary for everyone striving to reach a long-term goal—as well as the writing, music, and quotes that have continually inspired him. Most important, Burfoot explains that winners are not those who cross the finish line first, but those who discover more about themselves with every step.
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 Run and see it where it will take you July 31, 2008
Books are easy reads for a number of reason, the primary ones are you are engrossed in the material or the writing is straightforward and to the point. This book is a combination of the two, I enjoyed the personal reflections of Mr. Burfoot (i.e. I enjoy biographies) and so the stories were quite enjoyable. I also liked the fact that it was written to be read by the everyman, straight with no chaser. Good read and a book I will pass on to others.
The Course Through Life May 19, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Amby Burfoot may be more known as the long-time editor for Runner's World magazine than for his 1968 victory in the searing heat at the Boston Marathon.
Burfoot merges his skill of a journalist with his many years in the sport to deliver wonderful essays on the peaks, valleys and rugged terrain of life. Though the starting line is his running, the course that is mapped out is accessible to those who never laced up a pair of shoes for a marathon or a jaunt around the block.
This is a gold medal performance by Burfoot, that comes straight from the heart.
Run out and get this December 19, 2007
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Running has always been one of my favorite things to do. It relaxes me, clears my head, and gets me ready for the day. This is a classic about the world of running. If you run occasionally, or obsessively this is a must-have.
 I am giving the book as a birthday gift May 6, 2007
0 out of 9 found this review helpful
I probably won't read the book, as I don't run. The birthday gift will be given June 14, so I won't hear about it until after then. I am giving 5 stars for the good delivery servicde.
Burfoot Delivers Again October 14, 2002
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
Burfoot's "The Runner's Guide to the Meaning of Life" is so simple yet so thorough. It's such a quick read, but the depth and variety of each short, powerful chapter is incredible. I literally could not put it down.I particularly connected with the chapter on traditions (the need for anchors in this fast-paced world). Amby talks about the draw of Manchester and it's annual Thanksgiving day Road Race, which he has done 37 consecutive times. This fall will be my 17th straight. Like Amby, I make the pilgrimage back to Connecticut (despite now living in Chicago) because of the opportunity to re-connect with family and friends for this one "magic" day. As a father of three daughters, I also appreciated his perspectives on his children and how he came to the realization that they must choose their own paths. While I would love for my daughters to share my passion for running, I have learned through Amby that it is OK if they don't. Finally, the chapter titled "Materialism - what you really need you already have" is right on and should be "must read" for our entire society.
This is a book much like "Tuesday's With Morrie" that I will refer back to from time to time to put life - and running - in perspective. Thanks Amby and see you in Manchester! Todd Gothberg
Gurnee Il.<
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