Review of Running the Sahara

[Akaraiwe]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Running the Sahara" by Marcel Nickler.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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Marcel Nickler's book, Running the Sahara is about the author and other runners' experiences competing in the 2017 Marathon des Sables. The papers describe the writer's tips on preparation before participating in an over 250-kilometer long-distance race in Morocco's Sahara Desert. Since this is a book about obstacles, there are moments of despair and disappointment, as well as exquisite and triumphant moments.

This book is an uplifting story about pursuing one's passions, putting one's faith in oneself, and dealing with hardship when running gets difficult. The author taught me that running is more than just a physical activity; it is also about preparing your mind to finish a race. Marcel's tale demonstrates that success comes down to mental toughness, perseverance, and dedication above everything else. It's not so much about competition as it is about bringing out our best selves.

This book appeals to me because it portrays the themes of distress, perseverance, and self-determination. Even though I find running less fun, I found this book to be very helpful in motivating me to achieve my objective. This book taught me that no matter what obstacles or conditions one faces, one must keep going forward. Nickler kept his thoughts focused despite being in a scary and troubling position, which helped him finish the marathon. Another aspect of the book that I enjoy is that it is educational. For example, it provides information on the necessary equipment for preparation for a race. This text is not only instructive; it also explores Morocco's beauty. Although I have never visited Morocco, reading this book made me feel as if I had a wonderful time there, learning about its local cuisine, tourist attractions, and people.

The only criticism I have of the book is that the plot does not fit the title because it is primarily about training for the Marathon des Sables. However, despite the fact that the title does not correspond to the book, the intriguing component of the story remains.

The book is entertaining to read and is written in a simple language that everybody can understand. The narrative does not bother me in the least. It is well-edited and has no errors. As a result, I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars.

I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys reading about sports, especially runners who wish to prepare themselves mentally and physically before participating in a race.

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Running the Sahara
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[Akaraiwe]

Hope this review isn't bad?

[NetMassimo]

This seems like a fascinating memoir about a sport that brings runners to go beyond their limits, testing human limits. Thank you for your great review!

[Jerry334]

Wow I cannot imagine myself running in a long distance not to talk of running under hot sun. I believe this book is inspiring because it as the theme of endurance, and hardship when running get tough.