Jordan, Tom

Pre: Story of America's Greatest Running Legend Steve Prefontaine

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ISBN 13:
9780875964577
author:
Jordan, Tom
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Rodale Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
1998
Pages:
176
Dimensions:
140mm X 213mm
Genre:
Biography: sport
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 20 working days
£12.93

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Steve Prefontaine: The Story of America's Greatest Running Legend For five years, no American runner could beat him at any distance over a mile. But at the age of 24, with his best years still ahead, Prefontaine's unbeatable streak finally came to an end. A tragic car accident would cut short his life and career, leaving behind a legacy of athletic achievement and a fierce determination to fight for what he believed in. Born in Coos Bay, Oregon, Prefontaine's rise to fame was nothing short of remarkable. He became the first person to win four NCAA titles in one event, and his exciting racing technique and maverick lifestyle made him a favorite among fans. But Prefontaine's greatest strength was also his greatest weakness: his refusal to compromise his values and fight for the adequate funding he felt American amateur athletes deserved. This is the story of a remarkable athlete, a true original who touched the lives of everyone he met.

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