Meet Tom Longboat

Meet Tom Longboat, a world-famous Onondaga runner whose record-breaking performances challenged both records and stereotypes. On a cold and windy day in April 1907, Longboat won the Boston Marathon in a record-breaking time, earning him legions of fans worldwide. The book, part of the Scholastic Canada Biography series, details more than just his athletic career, including his unorthodox running style and training regimen, the criticism and racism he faced from the public, his brave service as a messenger during World War I, and his dedication to his family and community, showing how he achieved success on his own terms.

Store Availability