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Why We Run : A Natural History

by Bernd Heinrich

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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 -- an... Read more

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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File size8.08x5.46x0.73inches
Print pages304
PublisherEcco Press
Publication date May 1, 2002
LanguageEnglish
ISBN9780060958701
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Bernd Heinrich
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Bernd Heinrich is an acclaimed scientist and the author of numerous books, including the bestselling Winter World, Mind of the Raven, Why We Run, The Homing Instinct, and One Wild Bird at a Time. ...

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