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📘 The terrible and wonderful reasons why I run long distances by Matthew Inman

From New York Times‑best‑selling author Matthew Inman—known as the writer of “The Oatmeal”—this vibrant graphic compilation presents over 70 pages of never‑before‑seen cartoons and short stories. The pieces explore the humor and quirks of long‑distance running, from the joy of hitting the trail to the physical extremes, such as running “across mountains until his toenails fall off.” Inman combines his signature comic style with candid observations on diet, rest, and the passion that fuels endurance sport.

First publish date: 2014

Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Memoir

Authors: Matthew Inman

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