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The narrative explores the life of Emil Zátopek, a remarkable Czech runner whose journey unfolds amid the backdrop of Soviet liberation and post-WWII communist Czechoslovakia. Initially dismissive of athletics, Zátopek's unexpected entry into a footrace ignites a profound passion for long-distance running, showcasing his determination and the physical boundaries he pushes. Jean Echenoz's prose captures both the triumphs and struggles of Zátopek's career, offering a compelling portrait of a sporting icon.
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Running, Jean Echenoz
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- Running
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jean Echenoz
- Publisher
- New Press
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 1285
- ISBN13
- 9781595584731
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Sports, France, French Literature, Contemporary History, Biographical novels, Running, Emil Zátopek, 1922-2000
- First published
- 2008
- Original title
- Courir
- Rating
- 3.85 out of 5
- Description
- The narrative explores the life of Emil Zátopek, a remarkable Czech runner whose journey unfolds amid the backdrop of Soviet liberation and post-WWII communist Czechoslovakia. Initially dismissive of athletics, Zátopek's unexpected entry into a footrace ignites a profound passion for long-distance running, showcasing his determination and the physical boundaries he pushes. Jean Echenoz's prose captures both the triumphs and struggles of Zátopek's career, offering a compelling portrait of a sporting icon.