In this intricately researched book, William Cackerell mixes anecdote with analysis as he takes the reader on the highs and lows of the history of the modern marathon - together with the extraordinary stories of the athletes who ran. Here you will find the heroic Greek water-carrier Spiridon ...
As a kid playing in orchestras, it was like running a marathon, but always with a sense of inclusivity, fun and mischief. We named Tchaikovsky one of the best Russian composers of all time and one of the greatest ballet composers. Essential Tchaikovsky: The Ballet SuitesBerlin Philharmonic/...
By the time he died in 2016, Ali(recognize) as oneof the greatest boxers of all time.2. Six weeks ago, my friends told me that a city half-marathon foramateurs(organize) to help raise money for charity,and encouraged me to take part.3. I ran my race relaxed...
Kelvin Kiptumraced in three marathons in his life; he won them all. In 2022, at Valencia, Kiptum set the record for fastest-ever marathon debut. In April 2023, Kiptum set a course record at the London Marathon before winning the Chicago Marathon in October. Crossing the finish line in ...
The title comes from a Ringo Starr malapropism, the product of a marathon recording session. Lennon was fond of these Ringoisms and wrote the song overnight. Said Lennon, "The only reason [Paul] sang on it was because I couldn't reach the notes." Appears on: A Hard Day's Night (Cap...
admittedly unwoke —“I’m not sure if I can tell you the difference in Iraq and Iran,” he discloses. But it was relatable enough to tap into something enormously powerful upon its debut at the ’01 CMAs, receiving a standing ovation and turning even the show’s execs into blubberers...
admittedly unwoke —“I’m not sure if I can tell you the difference in Iraq and Iran,” he discloses. But it was relatable enough to tap into something enormously powerful upon its debut at the ’01 CMAs, receiving a standing ovation and turning even the show’s execs into blubberers...
And while anglers might continually bicker about the best flats in this string of islands, the Islamorada area south into Marathon often takes top honors. Tremendous diversity highlights this region’s fishing, and while species such as bonefish, tarpon and permit get most of the headlines, you...
The concept of a two-hour marathon time has long been the holy grail of runners. In late 2019, Eliud Kipchoge broke the two-hour barrier on a course in Vienna,completing 26.2 miles in 1:59:40. However, the time is not recognized as a world record, since the race was run outside of...
Goldstein and Bloomfield were all present for the duration and were joined by drummer Sam Lay. As well as being the sticksman for The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Lay was one of the highest paid sessioners around, having made his reputation with blues legends like Little Walter and Howlin’...