Kathrine Switzer changed the world of running. This narrative biography
follows Kathrine from running laps as a girl in her backyard to becoming
the first woman to run the Boston Marathon with official race numbers in
1967. Her inspirational true story is for anyone willing to challenge
the rules.
The compelling collage art adds to the kinetic action of the story. With
tension and heart, this biography has the influential power to get
readers into running. An excellent choice for sports fans, New
Englanders, young dreamers, and competitive girls and boys alike.