Marathon

Published by First Second, 2012, softcover, illustrated, 187pages, condition: new.

The epic tale of the original marathon runner.

Twenty-five centuries later, it still inspires men to greatness.

It set the foundation for one of the greatest global peace efforts of the twentieth centurythe modern Olympic Games.

It was a turning point in ancient history. It was also the greatest fear of a man whose legacy will never be forgotten.

In 490, an Athenian messenger named Eucles ran over 300 miles to turn the tides of battle, and in so doing preserved ancient Greek civilization from subjugation to the Persian Empire.

This is his story.

The story of Eucles is told in this stunning GN - if you liked 300 by Frank Miller you will enjoy this classic tale of courage and dedication. This is the origin of the marathon at the Summer Olympics - a run that was made to save lives. It never ceases to amaze me how history is better than the best written fiction!