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It's Not Just About Running: Reflections on Life and Change in Egypt
Paperback
Biographies GeneralRunning & JoggingSelf-Help
ISBN13: 9781980906735
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jun 16 2018
Pages: 152
Weight: 0.38
Height: 0.35 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
Burned out by the pressures of life, surgeon and politician Shoukry craved a different kind of freedom. He found it pounding the pavement, each stride a step towards rediscovering himself. It's Not Just About Running is a captivating running memoir that unfolds against the backdrop of a changing Egypt.
Running became Shoukry's therapy, a path to rediscovering inner strength and perseverance. This deeply personal account explores his struggles with self-doubt as he confronts the changing political landscape. Ultimately, Shoukry learns profound lessons about life, resilience, and the power of the human spirit.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a curious beginner embarking on your own personal transformation, It's Not Just About Running will inspire you to lace up your shoes and hit the open road.
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