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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
128
Language
English
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Book Summary
This is a non-fiction biography about a centenarian British Sikh marathon runner who became a world-record holder in his age group. The central theme is resilience and the power of aging with vitality, showing how dedication, curiosity, and joy can redefine what’s possible. It’s written for curious readers who love real-life achievements—sports fans, biography enthusiasts, and anyone drawn to inspirational, human-scale stories. The tone is uplifting, respectful, and hopeful.
The narrative unfolds as a story-led journey, tracing the subject’s roots, migration, and later-life triumphs on marathon courses around the world. The writing is clear and reflective, making complex ideas about culture, faith, and athletic perseverance accessible to a broad audience. Readers are guided through key moments at a comfortable pace, with context that deepens understanding without slowing the momentum.
Readers meet the emotional arc of perseverance, community support, and a zest for life that fuels extraordinary feats. The biography examines how sport intersects with faith and heritage to create a lasting impact, inviting readers to see aging as a chapter of possibility and influence.
After finishing, readers gain motivation to pursue personal goals at any age, a renewed curiosity about diverse cultures, and a deeper appreciation for resilience, community, and the power of sport to inspire change.
Product Details
Author
Khushwant Singh
Publisher
Rupa Publications
Number of Pages
128
Language
English
Dimensions
203 x 254 x 1 cm
Binding
Paperback
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Khushwant Singh Was India’S Best-Known Writer And Columnist. He Was Founder-Editor Of Yojana And Editor Of The Illustrated Weekly Of India, The National Herald And Hindustan Times. He Was A Member Of Parliament From 1980 To 1986. He Was Awarded The Padma Bhushan In 1974 But Returned The Decoration In 19984 In Protest Against The Storming Of The Golden Temple In Amritsar By The Indian Army. In 2007 He Was Awarded The Padma Vibhushan. He Passed Away In 2014 At The Age Of Ninety-Nine.