Running For My Life by Lopez Lomong
One Lost Boy's Journey from the Killing Fields of Sudan to the Olympic Games
This inspiring memoir chronicles the harrowing journey of a young boy who was abducted by rebel soldiers in Sudan and forced into a life of hardship and survival. Escaping the clutches of his captors, he finds himself in a refugee camp, where hope seems distant. Yet, through sheer determination and the kindness of strangers, he is given a chance to start anew in the United States. Embracing his passion for running, he overcomes numerous obstacles to become an Olympic athlete, using his platform to advocate for those still suffering in his homeland. His story is a testament to resilience, faith, and the transformative power of dreams.
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- Published
- 2012
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 250-300
- Original Language
- English
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