Running Ransom Road: Confronting The Past, One Marathon At A Time (2012) - Plot & Excerpts
Well written book about the demons Caleb Daniloff was running from (aren't we all?). He highlights several marathons over the course of a year, one of which was the Marine Corps Marathon (which I ran in 1986). Caleb Daniloff is not an elite runner, so I could relate to his experiences. And, even though I was not addicted to alcohol, I've been addicted to plenty else in my life, so I could also relate to his pre-running experiences. If you are a runner, elite or otherwise, you will love this book! I was very pleased to win Running Ransom Road through GoodReads. I am not a runner and have had a pretty tame life compared to Mr. Daniloff, but his story is about much more than running and marathons and what a "bad boy" he was. It was quite intriguing to go though his life with him as he both looked back and ran forward. I enjoyed reading about his thoughts as he ran- I do not "get" why people do marathons and run this way, but it was definitely part of his healing process. Daniloff writes with honesty, and puts it all out there for us to share the journey with him. I would definitely recommend this for people who run, or are interested in running. Also, for those struggling with addiction, a troubled past, or people who like to read interesting autobiographies, this would be a good read as well. And guess what? I think I might just lace up my shoes and see what I think...
What do You think about Running Ransom Road: Confronting The Past, One Marathon At A Time (2012)?
Super-honest view of life as an alcoholic, and uplifting story of exercise as redemption.
—Cicely
Could this be the Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance for runners?
—ZoeB96
I always like memoirs and how a person overcomes their problem.
—AHbkA
Another running-saved-my-alcoholic/drug-addicted-ass memoir.
—ailismegan
