Overview
Relentless in his efforts, crossing America many times, author Daniel S. Mitrovich pursued and gained the support of some of the most powerful political people in America and the most famous global athletes of the time. His supporters, including Waitz, Rodgers, Salazar, Samuelson, Lewis, Scott, Loroupe, and Switzer, helped him to achieve his impossible dream to place a life-size statue of his hero, the co-founder of the New York City Marathon, Fred Lebow, in New York's Central Park.
This story is about that monumental effort, revealing the sheer will, the political savvy, the networking, friend-buliding, and fundraising it takes to do the impossible despite all obstacles. Along the way, we see the admirable character of political leaders and celebrities, who can be powerful advocates when they embrace a worthy cause. In the words of Tracy Sundlun, SVP of Global Events for the Competitor Group and co-founder of the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series, This is a must-read for any fan of our sport not just running, but any sport. Fred Lebow was an amazing man, the founding father of the New York City Marathon. It took another amazing man, Dan Mitrovich, to have Fred's statue created and then placed in Central Park. This is the compelling story of these two visionaries. -George A. Hirsch, Former Worldwide Publisher Runner's World Magazine and Chairman of the New York Road Runners Club After spending 18 years in the U.S. Senate trying to solve many problems for this fine country of ours, I thought I knew the ropes - but after watching my friend Dan Mitrovich try to get a statue in New York's Central Park, my efforts were kid stuff! After reading this wonderful book about Dan's courage and persistence, you'll know one thing for sure: there is a statue of Fred Lebow in Central Park! Here you will read what it takes to overcome huge obstacles in a quest to accomplish something of great good. -Alan K. Simpson, United States Senator, Wyoming (retired) It is an inspiring story of a man whose remarkable level of determination and ingenuity enabled him to complete a most ambitious undertaking... If you want to be encouraged about your fellow man, this is a good book to read. -Ronald F. Phillips, Senior Vice Chancellor & School of Law Dean Emeritus, Pepperdine University A perfect ending to a life well run, and a must-read for any fan of our sport--not just running, but any sport. -Tracy Sundlun, SVP of Global Events for the Competitor Group and Co-Founder of the Rock'n'Roll Marathon Series
Full Product Details
Author: Daniel S Mitrovich
Publisher: Forever at the Finish Line LLC
Imprint: Forever at the Finish Line LLC
Dimensions:
Width: 15.20cm
, Height: 1.70cm
, Length: 22.90cm
Weight: 0.445kg
ISBN: 9780692788257
ISBN 10: 0692788255
Publication Date: 26 September 2016
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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