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What I Talk About When I Talk About Running

Book • 2007
In this memoir, Haruki Murakami reflects on his experiences with long-distance running and how it has influenced his writing.

He started running in the early 1980s and has since completed over twenty marathons and an ultramarathon.

The book delves into the parallels between running and writing, highlighting the discipline, perseverance, and mental fortitude required for both.

Murakami shares his training regimens, memorable races, and the philosophical insights he has gained from his running experiences, which have significantly impacted his creative life.

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