Becoming Forrest - One Man's Epic Run Across America (Hardcover)

The remarkable true story of an unrivalled journey to recreate the greatest run in film history: 15,621 miles, five-times across the United States. 'Rob Pope has made his name revelling in challenges that range from the unconventional to the extraordinary.' BBC News Becoming Forrest is the incredible story of Englishman Rob Pope, a veterinarian who left his job in pursuit of a dream - to become the first person ever to complete the epic run undertaken by one of Hollywood's most beloved characters, Forrest Gump. After his momma urged him "to do one thing in life that made a difference", he flew to Alabama, put on his running shoes, and sped off into the wilderness. His remarkable journey covered 15,600 miles, the distance from the North to the South Pole and a third of the way back. Over a grueling 18 months, braving injuries, blizzards, forest fires and deadly wildlife, he crossed the United States five times. During one of the most turbulent periods in recent American history, Rob immersed himself in American life. His time on the open road saw him forever changed, trying to make that difference, in the process of Becoming Forrest. This is a tale of one man who just wanted to make a difference.

General

Imprint:	Harper North
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	October 2021
Authors:	Rob Pope
Dimensions:	240 x 160 x 40mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	432
ISBN-13:	978-0-00-847251-1
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Sport Books > Fiction > True stories > Endurance & survival Books > Arts & Architecture > Performing arts > Films, cinema > General Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Track & field sports, athletics > Marathon running Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Track & field sports, athletics > Cross-country running Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Active outdoor pursuits > General Books > Sport & Leisure > Travel & holiday > Travel writing > Expeditions Books > Biography > Sport Books > Travel > Travel writing > Expeditions
LSN:	0-00-847251-3
Barcode:	9780008472511

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