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What I Talk about When I Talk about Running

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Known for novels like Kafka on the Shore and The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle, Murakami approaches running from a completely unique angle.

An intimate look at writing, running, and the incredible way they intersect, What I Talk About When I Talk About Running is an illuminating glimpse into the solitary passions of one of our greatest artists.

While training for the New York City Marathon, Haruki Murakami decided to keep a journal of his progress. The result is a memoir about his intertwined obsessions with running and writing, full of vivid recollections and insights, including the eureka moment when he decided to become a wri...

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