The Great American Foot Race

Reach for this book when your child is facing a daunting long-term challenge or struggling with the 'middle' of a project where the initial excitement has faded. It serves as a powerful reminder that progress is measured one step at a time, making it ideal for children who need to build endurance and mental fortitude. The book chronicles the grueling 1928 'C.C. Pyle's First Annual Transcontinental Foot Race,' an event that saw nearly 200 men attempt to run across the United States. Speno uses archival photographs and gripping historical narrative to highlight themes of grit, resilience, and the human spirit. It is a sophisticated but accessible nonfiction work that shows how diverse individuals from different backgrounds found common ground and strength during a period of immense physical and social trial.