No Finish Line

By Sally Jenkins and Marla Runyan

Book Overview

Millions watched in awe as Marla Runyan ran the 1500 meter event in Sydney. But few know the real story of the woman who was diagnosed with Stargardt's disease at nine years old-and became compelled to achieve what was thought beyond her reach, in athletics as well as life.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0425186148
• ISBN13: 9780425186145
• Release Date: September 2002
• Publisher: Berkley Publishing Group
• Length: 303 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Obstacles and Perspectives

One can never truly understand a piece of literature, much less an autobiography, without actually becoming that person. In this case, one may "understand" that Ms. Runyan had a painful and frustrating past, but since we are not that ones that experienced it, we do not truly understand. Being blind takes away from you just as much as it gives. You take on a completely unique perspective on life; you take nothing for granted, and take great pleasure in the small things that make life worth living. Ms. Runyan, you will win a gold medal in the Olympics.

Witty, insightful, humorous inspiration.

I'm not legally blind, but I could really understand it and identify with the struggles she endured in being different throughout most of her life. The writing style is so engaging and easy to read that it feels almost like conversation. Just when you have a question, the answer appears. Marla's dry wit is refreshing and intelligent. There is no pity party here! Marla has really struggled in life and sport. She continues to learn and perservere as a person and athlete and that is what makes a champion in life and on the track. I can't wait to see her medal in Athens at the next summer olympics. I'm a better person and athlete after reading her story.