Review of Running the Sahara
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Review of Running the Sahara
[Following is a volunteer review of "Running the Sahara" by Marcel Nickler.]
Running the Sahara by Marcel Nickler follows his grueling journey through the magnificent landscapes of the Marathon des Sables through the different stages of the multi day race. Marcel draws his inspiration for this challenging journey from Sir Ranulph Fiennes, famed explorer, as he takes on the journey of navigating the nearly 250 kilometers of dessert running after many years of ultra-marathon running.
The detailed descriptions of the landscapes and the emotional narrative had images of August Rush flashing through my brain with the magnificent beauty of the dessert amplified by his personal connection to it. It reads like a Dakar like adventure, with the triumph of human spirit on a very personal journey, not only for the race itself, but the meticulous planning to get there. He describes the energy of the race and the people as a type of rock and roll and would make any runner want to put on their shoes and hit the road. Marcel writes in a relatable style that will have any runner glued to the pages from start to finish, never taking all the credit for himself, but confident that his positive disposition will see him through.
Readers will thoroughly appreciate the meticulous account of his preparation journey, mentally, spiritually and emotionally and the multiple tips provided should anyone dare to attempt the same. I personally enjoyed the packing lists provided at the end of the book, clearly outlining every last item that was used for the journey. You will be left wanting to know so much more about not only this special race, but the people that partake in it. Marcel’s running pilgrimage extends way beyond just the few days spent in the dessert with his running family, to the significant impact the race has had on his professional and personal life, as well as general outlook.
I could not find any negative aspects of this book. The length was short, but appropriate, the journey personal but universal and the references to landmarks, cultural practices and general observances always spot on and professional.
A highly recommended read for anyone who has attempted any kind of running race or ultra-marathon aspiring runners, making you feel that it really is all possible with the right attitude and sufficient training. You will want to start planning your next running adventure before you put the book down and perhaps even set your sights a little higher than what you think is possible. The book was professionally edited and I gladly rate it 4 out of 4 stars
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Running the Sahara
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Running the Sahara by Marcel Nickler follows his grueling journey through the magnificent landscapes of the Marathon des Sables through the different stages of the multi day race. Marcel draws his inspiration for this challenging journey from Sir Ranulph Fiennes, famed explorer, as he takes on the journey of navigating the nearly 250 kilometers of dessert running after many years of ultra-marathon running.
The detailed descriptions of the landscapes and the emotional narrative had images of August Rush flashing through my brain with the magnificent beauty of the dessert amplified by his personal connection to it. It reads like a Dakar like adventure, with the triumph of human spirit on a very personal journey, not only for the race itself, but the meticulous planning to get there. He describes the energy of the race and the people as a type of rock and roll and would make any runner want to put on their shoes and hit the road. Marcel writes in a relatable style that will have any runner glued to the pages from start to finish, never taking all the credit for himself, but confident that his positive disposition will see him through.
Readers will thoroughly appreciate the meticulous account of his preparation journey, mentally, spiritually and emotionally and the multiple tips provided should anyone dare to attempt the same. I personally enjoyed the packing lists provided at the end of the book, clearly outlining every last item that was used for the journey. You will be left wanting to know so much more about not only this special race, but the people that partake in it. Marcel’s running pilgrimage extends way beyond just the few days spent in the dessert with his running family, to the significant impact the race has had on his professional and personal life, as well as general outlook.
I could not find any negative aspects of this book. The length was short, but appropriate, the journey personal but universal and the references to landmarks, cultural practices and general observances always spot on and professional.
A highly recommended read for anyone who has attempted any kind of running race or ultra-marathon aspiring runners, making you feel that it really is all possible with the right attitude and sufficient training. You will want to start planning your next running adventure before you put the book down and perhaps even set your sights a little higher than what you think is possible. The book was professionally edited and I gladly rate it 4 out of 4 stars
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Running the Sahara
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