Boston Marathon History by the Mile (Paperback)

From Hopkinton to Boylston Street, the beloved 26.2 miles of the Boston Marathon mark historic moments and memories dating back to 1897. Town by town and step by step, follow author, journalist, and runner Paul C. Clerici as he goes deeper into each town and city along the route with firsthand descriptions of the course from the uphill climbs to the spirited sprints. Insightful anecdotes, from the naming of Heartbreak Hill to the incorporation of women runners, reveal meaningful racing heritage along the route. This comprehensive and unique journey also explores the stories behind notable landmarks, statues, and mile markers throughout the course. Woven into the course history is expert advice on how to run each leg of the race from renowned running coach Bill Squires. Whether you're a runner, spectator, or fan, "Boston Marathon History by the Mile" has it all.

General

Imprint:	History Press (SC)
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	March 2014
First published:	March 2014
Authors:	Paul C. Clerici
Foreword by:	Dave McGillivray • Roberta "Bobbi" Gibb
Dimensions:	226 x 150 x 8mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	140
ISBN-13:	978-1-62619-475-5
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > American history > General Books > Humanities > History > History of specific subjects > General Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Track & field sports, athletics > General Books > History > American history > General Books > History > History of specific subjects > General
LSN:	1-62619-475-0
Barcode:	9781626194755

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