New Book Celebrates 104th Anniversary of First Chicago Marathon

Sept. 23, 2009 - PRLog -- RunTriMedia celebrates the 104th anniversary of the running of the first Chicago Marathon – on September 23, 1905 – with the release of its new book, Chicago Marathon, published by Arcadia Publishing.

On Saturday, September 23, 1905, fifteen determined runners bolted at the sound of the starter's gun to begin an amazing journey of distance and endurance: the first Chicago Marathon. Huge crowds witnessed a thrilling race that had it all: action, disaster, suspense, a fallen favorite, and a cliff-hanger ending. It was epic, defining a new chapter in Chicago's athletic history.

This book, with 200 images covers the history of the Classic Era of the 1900s and the Modern Era of the race’s World Class years, in the 2000s, immersing the reader into the complete Chicago Marathon experience including the sights, emotions, challenges, and achievements.

A sample of early reviews:

"An extremely inspiring book . . . the photos and narrative capture the heart, soul and spirit of this great race. An instant classic for past, present and future Chicago Marathon runners." Lisa Smith-Batchen, World Champion Marathon Coach

For more details, visit  www.ChicagoMarathonBook.com.

Available at national online retailers, and independent retailers, or through Arcadia Publishing at (888)-313-2665 or www.arcadiapublishing.com.  

About the Author: Raymond Britt is managing partner of WinSight Ventures, founder and publisher of RunTri.com, and a proud 12-time Chicago Marathon finisher.

About RunTriMedia: RTM is non-profit resource providing practical Marathon and Ironman Training and Racing Advice and Resources to endurance athletes. RunTri.com serves 500,000 readers annually.