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Fauja Singh Keeps Going : The True Story Of The Oldest Person To Ever Run A Marathon

by Simran Jeet Singh

Synopsis

The inspiring true story of Fauja Singh, who broke world records to become the first one hundred-year-old to run a marathon, shares valuable lessons on the source of his grit, determination to overcome obstacles, and commitment to positive representation of the Sikh community. Every step forward is a victory. Fauja Singh was born determined. He was also born with legs that wouldn't allow him to play cricket with his friends or carry him to school miles from his village in Punjab. But that didn't stop him. Working on his family's farm, Fauja grew stronger to meet his own full potential. He never stopped striving. At the age of 81, after a lifetime of making his body, mind, and heart stronger, Fauja decided to run his first marathon. He went on to break records all around the world and became the first person over 100 to complete the grueling long-distance race. With inspiring text by Simran Jeet Singh and exhilarating illustrations by Baljinder Kaur, the true story of Fauja Singh reminds us that it's both where we start and how we finish that make our journeys unforgettable.

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Book Information

Copyright year 2020
ISBN-13 9780525555094
ISBN-10 0525555099
Class Copyright
Publisher Penguin Young Readers Group
Subject Sports & Recreation
File Size 38 MB
Number of Pages 48
Language ENG
Shelf No. ND929
Grade Range 0-3
Ages 4-8