Running the world - Nick Butter

'Superb - a great book to fuel your wanderlust.' Mark Beaumont

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In 2019, Nick Butter became the
first person to run a marathon in every country on Earth. This is Nick's story of
his world record-breaking adventure and the extraordinary people who joined
him along the way.


On January 6th 2018,
Nick Butter tied his laces and stepped out on to an icy pavement in Toronto,
where he began to take the first steps of an epic journey that would see him
run 196 marathons in every one of the world's 196 countries. Spending almost
two years on the road and relying on the kindness of strangers to keep him
moving, Nick's odyssey allowed him to travel slowly, on foot, immersing
himself in the diverse cultures and customs of his host nations.


Running through capital
cities and deserts, around islands and through spectacular landscapes, Nick
dodges bullets in Guinea-Bissau, crosses battlefields in Syria, survives a
wild dog attack in Tunisia and runs around an erupting volcano in Guatemala.
Along the way, he is often joined by local supporters and fellow runners,
curious children and bemused passers-by. Telling their stories alongside his
own, Nick captures the unique spirit of each place he visits and forges a new
relationship with the world around him.


Running the World captures Nick's journey
as he sets three world records and covers over five thousand miles. As he
recounts his adventures, he shares his unique perspective on our glorious
planet, celebrates the diversity of human experience, and reflects on the
overwhelming power of running.