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by Bernd Heinrich (Author) "These days, my daily run is almost always in the mode of a wind-down after a long day of sedentary activity..." (more)
Key Phrases: endurance predators, running prowess, flight endurance, Good Will, South America, Dick Cook (more...)
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Product Description

In Why We Run, biologist, award-winning nature writer, and ultramarathoner Bernd Heinrich explores a new perspective on human evolution by examining the phenomenon of ultraendurance and makes surprising discoveries about the physical, spiritual -- and primal -- drive to win. At once lyrical and scientific, Why We Run shows Heinrich's signature blend of biology, anthropology, psychology, and philosophy, infused with his passion to discover how and why we can achieve superhuman abilities.



About the Author

Bernd Heinrich is the author of numerous bestselling and award-winning books. He is a professor of biology at the University of Vermont, and he divides his time between Vermont and Maine.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 304 pages
  • Publisher: Harper Perennial (May 7, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0060958707
  • ISBN-13: 978-0060958701
  • Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  (18 customer reviews)