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Hope by Terry Fox
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Sep 15, 2024
bookshelves: audio-books, netgalley-audiobooks, biographies-memoirs, canadian-author
π¨π¦ Today all across Canada is the Terry Fox Run π¨π¦ and it's a fitting day to finish this book.
Terry Fox is the greatest of Canadian heroes. In death described as, a "Great son of Canada."
All Canadians know he ran across Canada to raise money for Cancer research all with only one leg. Such an incredible thing! He started his, "Marathon of Hope" in 1980 after being diagnosed with cancer himself and losing one leg. A young man of only 21 years of age. Essentially running a marathon a day! Today, he is also remembered as the inspiration for many "Cancer Runs" that take place around the world. This book goes into much more than just his, "Marathon of Hope" but delves into his character and drive in his short life.
The book interviews several people who knew Terry. From family, friends, doctors, and just everyday people he came into contact with. There are also notes included from his journal that he kept while running, his Marathon of Hope that helps us to better understand the exceptional young man he was.
Such a young, positive and selfless man who still inspires people today. His mantra was simple. In his own words.
"Anything is possible if you try."
I think the best way to sum up Terry and his impact comes from a nurse in the book.
"He was a regular person who did amazing things and if he as a regular person could do amazing things so could you. That's what's so important to hear for people. Terry, Joe average but did things in spades. So could you. You don't have to do it internationally but in your own little corner and make an impact on just one person even."
This is an inspiring story that I highly recommend. I listened to the audiobook and missed the 200 photographs that are included in the print version. I think this book would make a great gift for anyone but especially for someone who is looking for purpose and needs to be uplifted.
I'd like to kindly thank NetGalley and ECW Press Audio for granting me access to this Advanced Listener Copy.
Published September 3, 2024
Terry Fox is the greatest of Canadian heroes. In death described as, a "Great son of Canada."
All Canadians know he ran across Canada to raise money for Cancer research all with only one leg. Such an incredible thing! He started his, "Marathon of Hope" in 1980 after being diagnosed with cancer himself and losing one leg. A young man of only 21 years of age. Essentially running a marathon a day! Today, he is also remembered as the inspiration for many "Cancer Runs" that take place around the world. This book goes into much more than just his, "Marathon of Hope" but delves into his character and drive in his short life.
The book interviews several people who knew Terry. From family, friends, doctors, and just everyday people he came into contact with. There are also notes included from his journal that he kept while running, his Marathon of Hope that helps us to better understand the exceptional young man he was.
Such a young, positive and selfless man who still inspires people today. His mantra was simple. In his own words.
"Anything is possible if you try."
I think the best way to sum up Terry and his impact comes from a nurse in the book.
"He was a regular person who did amazing things and if he as a regular person could do amazing things so could you. That's what's so important to hear for people. Terry, Joe average but did things in spades. So could you. You don't have to do it internationally but in your own little corner and make an impact on just one person even."
This is an inspiring story that I highly recommend. I listened to the audiobook and missed the 200 photographs that are included in the print version. I think this book would make a great gift for anyone but especially for someone who is looking for purpose and needs to be uplifted.
I'd like to kindly thank NetGalley and ECW Press Audio for granting me access to this Advanced Listener Copy.
Published September 3, 2024
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Very much so! He's a great Canadian hero. Every September there are cancer walks/run all over Canada trying to keep his dream alive β€οΈβπ©Ή
Oh yes! He was a great example of courage and perseverance β€οΈβπ©Ή
Very much so! He's a great Canadian hero. Every September there are cancer walks/run all over Canada trying to keep his dream alive β€οΈβπ©Ή"
Perfect timing on picking this one up, T. Looking forward to your review. π₯°
Highly agree Jen!!! β€οΈπ¨π¦
Thank-you! He truly was!! I'm not sure if he is known all over the world but he should be β€οΈ
Thank-you!!! β€οΈ For sure!!
So glad I could bring up some great memories for you! I still remember the Terry Fox Runs at school too! I'm so glad they are still happening today! β€οΈ
Oh wow Rachel! I'm so glad to hear that things worked out for you but yes I think you would definitely find this book and him inspiring. He was so young and made such an impact! β€οΈ
Thank-you very much Kerry! I tried my best to do him justice β€οΈβπ©Ή
Very much so! He's a great Canadian hero. Every September there are cancer walks/run all over Canada trying to keep his dream alive β€οΈβπ©Ή"
A heartwarming review. Love that quote from the nurse! π₯°
Very much so! He's a great Canadian hero. Every September there are cancer walks/run all over Canada trying to keep his dream alive β€οΈβπ©Ή"
A he..."
me too β€οΈ
Thanks Heather! I think so too π
Thanks Jayme! He really was incredible β€οΈβπ©Ή
Awe thanks sweetie! π
Thank-you very much! Indeed very worthy! β€οΈβπ©Ή
Yes he truly was!! β€οΈβπ©Ή
Thanks Rosh! β€οΈ I agree on that! Hopefully one day they will make pictures accessible for certain audios.
Thank-you very much Dora!! β€οΈβπ©Ή
Thank-you Julie! π
My pleasure! "Terry Fox runs" have also been incorporated in schools every September as well. It's quite an amazing thing. His dream to end cancer continues β€οΈβπ©Ή
Thank-you very much Angela! β€οΈβπ©Ή
Thanks so much Esta β€οΈ
Thank-you very much Stacey!! β€οΈ
Oh Jackie thank-you for sharing those memories! How wonderful the same teacher is still doing the Terry Fox Run! I'm so glad they are still including it in the schools still. So very important! I definitely think you'd enjoy this book β€οΈβπ©Ή
It is my pleasure! Truly was a great man β€οΈβπ©Ή
Thank-you very much Krystal! β€οΈβπ©Ή