Running for My Life
One Lost Boy's Journey from the Killing Fields of Sudan to the Olympic Games
By Lopez Lomong, Mark Tabb | Publisher: Thomas Nelson
About the book
Running for My Life is not a story about Africa or track-and-field athletics. It is about outrunning the devil and achieving the impossible; it is about faith, diligence, and the desire to give back. It is the American dream come true and a stark reminder that saving one can help save thousands more.
In this heart-wrenching story, you’ll learn about:
- Lopez Lomong’s harrowing kidnapping at the age of six, becoming one of the Lost Boys of Sudan
- His survival in a prison refugee camp and his miraculous escape
- How he arrived in the U.S. through the Unaccompanied Refugee Minor program
- Lomong’s journey from high-school track star to U.S. Olympic team captain
Lopez Lomong chronicles his inspiring ascent from a barefoot lost boy of the Sudanese Civil War to a Nike-sponsored athlete on the U.S. Olympic Team. Though most of us fall somewhere between the catastrophic lows and dizzying highs of Lomong's incredible life, every reader will find in his story the human spark to pursue dreams that might seem unthinkable, even from circumstances that might appear hopeless.
\"Lopez Lomong's story is one of true inspiration. His life is a story of courage, hard work, never giving up, and having hope where there is hopelessness all around. Lopez is a true role model.\" MICHAEL JOHNSON, Olympic Gold Medalist
\"This true story of a Sudanese child refugee who became an Olympic star is powerful proof that God gives hope to the hopeless and shines a light in the darkest places. Don't be surprised if after reading this incredible tale, you find yourself mysteriously drawn to run alongside him.\" RICHARD STEARNS, president, World Vision US and author of The Hole in Our Gospel
Editions of Running for My Life
- EBook
- ISBN 9781595555168
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Running for My Life is not a story about Africa or track-and-field athletics. It is about outrunning the devil and achieving the impossible; it is about faith, diligence, and the desire to give back. It is the American dream come true and a stark reminder that saving one can help save thousands more.
In this heart-wrenching story, you’ll learn about:
- Lopez Lomong’s harrowing kidnapping at the age of six, becoming one of the Lost Boys of Sudan
- His survival in a prison refugee camp and his miraculous escape
- How he arrived in the U.S. through the Unaccompanied Refugee Minor program
- Lomong’s journey from high-school track star to U.S. Olympic team captain
Lopez Lomong chronicles his inspiring ascent from a barefoot lost boy of the Sudanese Civil War to a Nike-sponsored athlete on the U.S. Olympic Team. Though most of us fall somewhere between the catastrophic lows and dizzying highs of Lomong's incredible life, every reader will find in his story the human spark to pursue dreams that might seem unthinkable, even from circumstances that might appear hopeless.
\"Lopez Lomong's story is one of true inspiration. His life is a story of courage, hard work, never giving up, and having hope where there is hopelessness all around. Lopez is a true role model.\" MICHAEL JOHNSON, Olympic Gold Medalist
\"This true story of a Sudanese child refugee who became an Olympic star is powerful proof that God gives hope to the hopeless and shines a light in the darkest places. Don't be surprised if after reading this incredible tale, you find yourself mysteriously drawn to run alongside him.\" RICHARD STEARNS, president, World Vision US and author of The Hole in Our Gospel
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Running for My Life about?
Running for My Life is not a story about Africa or track-and-field athletics. It is about outrunning the devil and achieving the impossible; it is about faith, diligence, and the desire to give back. It is the American dream come true and a stark reminder that saving one can help save thousands more.
In this heart-wrenching story, you’ll learn about:
- Lopez Lomong’s harrowing kidnapping at the age of six, becoming one of the Lost Boys of Sudan
- His survival in a prison refugee camp and his miraculous escape
- How he arrived in the U.S. through the Unaccompanied Refugee Minor program
- Lomong’s journey from high-school track star to U.S. Olympic team captain
Lopez Lomong chronicles his inspiring ascent from a barefoot lost boy of the Sudanese Civil War to a Nike-sponsored athlete on the U.S. Olympic Team. Though most of us fall somewhere between the catastrophic lows and dizzying highs of Lomong's incredible life, every reader will find in his story the human spark to pursue dreams that might seem unthinkable, even from circumstances that might appear hopeless.
\"Lopez Lomong's story is one of true inspiration. His life is a story of courage, hard work, never giving up, and having hope where there is hopelessness all around. Lopez is a true role model.\" MICHAEL JOHNSON, Olympic Gold Medalist
\"This true story of a Sudanese child refugee who became an Olympic star is powerful proof that God gives hope to the hopeless and shines a light in the darkest places. Don't be surprised if after reading this incredible tale, you find yourself mysteriously drawn to run alongside him.\" RICHARD STEARNS, president, World Vision US and author of The Hole in Our Gospel
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Running for My Life?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Biography and non-fiction prose > Biography: general > Biography: sport
Where can I read a sample of Running for My Life?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781595555168
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Running for My Life?
Lopez Lomong, Mark Tabb
Who is the Publisher of the book Running for My Life?
Thomas Nelson
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Running for My Life is available as ebook(ISBN 9781595555168)
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