Man Who Ran Faster Than Everyone, The
The Story of Tom Longboat
by Jack Batten
Tom Longboat was a hero. Despite poverty, poor training, and prejudice, Longboat went on to become one of the world’s best runners. In 1907, he won the Boston Marathon and ran in the 1908 Olympic Marathon. Longboat was one of the best-known people of his day, and certainly the most prominent member of the Six Nations. Throughout his career he had to race against opponents, as well as rumors of illegal running activities. Nevertheless, his achievements still inspire people who understand the great pleasure of running.
Ages 10+, Grades 5+, 112 pages, black & white photos, 7’’ x 9’’, 2002, Tundra Books
ISBN 978-0-88776-507-0 $16.99 paperback
