The long-time U.S. recordholder, one of the most revered of all American runners, tells his fascinating life story, written with Bloom. Includes a behind-the-scenes look into the world-wide track circuit, where Scott-the Cal Ripken of running-amassed many of his record 136 sub-4:00 miles. Scott also talks about his bout with cancer and his comeback that included one last sub-4 attempt at age 40. Great reading and inspiration. Now available for the first time in years. BUY NOW!
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Table of Contents
Prelude: The Outer Limits
Chap 1: First Strides For Momma's Boy-High School
Chap 2: Tough Love Yields Victories-College
Chap 3: "Masked Man" Makes Breakthrough-Turning Points
Chap 4: Cruel Games of Pain-1980 Olympics
Chap 5: Record Racing in Europe-1981 and 1982
Chap 6: Living and Dying By the Sprint-1983
Chap 7: Running Into the Abyss-1984 Olympics
Chap 8: Flashes of Brilliance-1985 - 1991
Chap 9: Cancer Strikes-Healing Body and Soul
Chap 10 : Comeback at 40-Back on Track
Epilogue: The Last Sub-4:00-and Beyond
Appendix: Career Performances