26 Miles 385 Yards: How Britain Made the Marathon and Other Tales of the Torrid Tarmac

Bob Phillips takes us on an exhilarating journey through the history of marathon running. Through a compelling blend of personal memoirs, anecdotes, runner biographies, torrid tales and extraordinary facts and figures, the book charts Britain's role in the development of the marathon, from 1896 through to the Olympic marathons of the 1950s.

"This book is a fascinating read and a great addition to the history of athletics."

"One for marathon aficionados, this tome covers a lot of ground – some 26 miles 385 yards to be exact."

Bob Phillips takes us on an exhilarating journey across the formative years of marathon running - from 1896 through to the Olympic marathons of the 1950s that revolutionised the event. Through a compelling blend of personal memoirs, anecdotes, runner biographies, torrid tales and extraordinary facts and figures, the book shines a light on Britain''s role in the development of marathon running and how its courageous competitors have invariably captured the public imagination. Learn about the brilliant generational talents who have cemented the event at the pinnacle of popular athletics, from the days when naive amateurs ran for tin medals towards the era of highly trained professionals. 26 Miles 385 Yards is a must-have book for every marathon enthusiast.

• | Author: Bob Phillips
• | Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd
• | Publication Date: Mar 27, 2023
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• | Binding: Paperback / softback
• | ISBN-13: 9781801503914
• | ISBN-10: 1801503915