Marathon RunnersPresents profiles of five marathon runners who have contributed to the increased interest in this long distance event. |
Contents
Introduction | 11 |
Frank Shorter ELECTROGLYDE IN BLUE | 43 |
Bill Rodgers BIRD MAN OF BOSTON | 69 |
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