Why We Run: A Natural History by Heinrich, Bernd [Paperback]

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9780060958701
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Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
0060958707
ISBN-13
9780060958701
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2209455

Product Key Features

Book Title
Why We Run : a Natural History
Number of Pages
304 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2002
Topic
Life Sciences / Anatomy & Physiology (See Also Life Sciences / Human Anatomy & Physiology), Life Sciences / Evolution, Animals / Wildlife, Animals / Birds, Running & Jogging
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Yes
Genre
Nature, Sports & Recreation, Science
Author
Bernd Heinrich
Format
Trade Paperback

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0.7 in
Item Weight
8.3 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
5.3 in

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Trade
LCCN
2002-021648
Dewey Edition
21
Dewey Decimal
612/.044
Synopsis
"Each new page [is] more spellbinding than the one before--this is surely one of the most interesting books I've ever read."--Elizabeth Marshall Thomas, author of The Hidden Life of Dogs When Bernd Heinrich decided to write a memoir of his ultramarathon running experience he realized that the preparation for the race was as important, if not more so, than the race itself. Considering the physiology and motivation of running from a scientific point of view, he wondered what he could learn from other animals. In Why We Run, Heinrich considers the flight endurance of birds, the antelope's running prowess and limitations, and the ultra-endurance of camels to understand how human physiology can or cannot replicate these adaptations. With his characteristic blend of scientific inquiry and philosophical musings, Heinrich offers an original and provocative work combining the rigors of science with the passion of running., "Each new page is] more spellbinding than the one before--this is surely one of the most interesting books I've ever read."--Elizabeth Marshall Thomas, author of The Hidden Life of Dogs When Bernd Heinrich decided to write a memoir of his ultramarathon running experience he realized that the preparation for the race was as important, if not more so, than the race itself. Considering the physiology and motivation of running from a scientific point of view, he wondered what he could learn from other animals. In Why We Run , Heinrich considers the flight endurance of birds, the antelope's running prowess and limitations, and the ultra-endurance of camels to understand how human physiology can or cannot replicate these adaptations. With his characteristic blend of scientific inquiry and philosophical musings, Heinrich offers an original and provocative work combining the rigors of science with the passion of running., 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.
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QP310.R85H45 2002

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  • by andyben111
    21 Mar, 2022

    Why we LOVE to run

    Good book about running…the how’s, why’s, and how much. Interesting read.

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