Running for My Life: One Lost Boy's Journey from the Killing Fields of Sudan to the Olympic Games
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Book Synopsis: Running for My Life is not a story about Africa or track and field athletics. It is about outrunning the devil and achieving the impossible faith, diligence, and the desire to give back. It is the American dream come true and a stark reminder that saving one can help to save thousands more.
Lopez Lomong chronicles his inspiring ascent from a barefoot lost boy of the Sudanese Civil War to a Nike sponsored athlete on the US Olympic Team. Though most of us fall somewhere between the catastrophic lows and dizzying highs of Lomong's incredible life, every reader will find in his story the human spark to pursue dreams that might seem unthinkable, even from circumstances that might appear hopeless.
"Lopez Lomong's story is one of true inspiration. His life is a story of courage, hard work, never giving up, and having hope where there is hopelessness all around. Lopez is a true role model." –MICHAEL JOHNSON, Olympic Gold Medalist
"This true story of a Sudanese child refugee who became an Olympic star is powerful proof that God gives hope to the hopeless and shines a light in the darkest places. Don't be surprised if after reading this incredible tale, you find yourself mysteriously drawn to run alongside him." –RICHARD STEARNS, president, World Vision US and author of THe Hole in Our Gospel
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Discover a story of triumph and resilience in Running for My Life: One Lost Boy's Journey from the Killing Fields of Sudan to the Olympic Games. This captivating memoir by Lopez Lomong is not just about the pursuit of athletic greatness, but also about overcoming adversity and inspiring others to achieve the impossible.
Follow Lomong's extraordinary journey from being a barefoot lost boy amidst the horrors of the Sudanese Civil War to becoming a sponsored athlete on the US Olympic Team. His story will make you believe in the power of faith, diligence, and the capacity for humanity to rise above even the most dire circumstances.
In Running for My Life, you'll see that everyone has the potential to pursue their dreams, regardless of their background or the obstacles they face. Lomong's determination and unwavering hope amidst hopelessness will ignite a fire within you to reach for the seemingly unreachable.
"Lopez Lomong's story is one of true inspiration. His life is a story of courage, hard work, never giving up, and having hope where there is hopelessness all around. Lopez is a true role model," says Olympic Gold Medalist Michael Johnson.
If you're looking for a book that will uplift your spirit and leave you feeling motivated to conquer any challenge, Running for My Life is a must-read. Join Lomong as he takes you on an emotional journey that will remind you of the power of the human spirit.
Don't miss out on this powerful account of survival and success. Get your copy of Running for My Life: One Lost Boy's Journey from the Killing Fields of Sudan to the Olympic Games today and experience the life-changing story of Lopez Lomong firsthand.
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