Books like 走ることについて語るときに僕の語ること by 村上春樹
In the memoir, Haruki Murakami recounts his personal journey from the first solo run from Athens to Marathon to more than a dozen marathons, triathlons, and hundreds of kilometers of training. It follows his preparation for the 2005 New York City Marathon, while drawing readers through the places that have fueled his runs—Tokyo’s Yoyogi Gaien, the Charles River in Boston, and others—providing a vivid travelogue alongside memories of pivotal moments: the decision to become a writer, the joy of vintage LPs, and how his race times improved and later slipped as he aged. Combining humor, candid reflection, and philosophical insight, the book offers a unique window into how running informs Murakami’s creative work and personal growth.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Memoir/Personal Memoir
Authors: 村上春樹
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