What's a good inspirational book on running?

I want to buy a gift for my brother who's a runner. He subcribes to Runner's World mag regularly.
I'm not looking for a running "guide book" but rather a book that a runner would enjoy reading – particularly if it is inspirational and uplifting. Any suggestion would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Hands down, the best inspirational running book is "Once A Runner", by John Parker. There is now a sequel to it, called "Again To Carthage".

4 Responses to “What's a good inspirational book on running?”

  1. irishrunner1, on January 17th, 2008 at 11:46 pm Said:

    get him "the four minute mile" by sir roger bannister. i am an avid runner and i love this book, it is not only inspirational, but an overall good read. i have also heard that "running with the buffaloes" is good though i have not yet gotten a chance to read it.
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  2. ccrunnr141, on January 18th, 2008 at 9:26 am Said:

    Ultra-Marathon Man- Dean Karnazes (author)
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  3. Pre Lives, on January 18th, 2008 at 11:20 am Said:

    But him Steve Prefontaine's biography. It is called Pre and I am sure you can buyit on Amazon.
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  4. Martin, on January 18th, 2008 at 1:14 pm Said:

    Hands down, the best inspirational running book is "Once A Runner", by John Parker. There is now a sequel to it, called "Again To Carthage".
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