Christopher McDougall - From Born to Run to Running with Sherman
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the fascinating journey of best-selling author Christopher McDougall in this captivating talk from Winter Words 2020. Delve into McDougall's career trajectory, from his time as a foreign correspondent covering wars in Rwanda and Angola to becoming a renowned author. Discover the inspiration behind his 2019 book "Running with Sherman," which chronicles the heartwarming tale of training a rescue donkey for the International Leadville Pack Burro Race. Gain insights into the profound impact of human-animal connections and how they can transform lives. Learn about McDougall's other works, including his best-seller "Born to Run," "Natural Born Heroes," and his Outside magazine web series "Art of the Hero." Hear about his experiences writing a weekly column on animal-human partnerships for The New York Times and how it evolved into his latest book. Get a glimpse into the author's life in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, where he resides with his family and a diverse array of farm animals.
Syllabus
Aspen Words Presents: Christopher McDougall at Winter Words 2020
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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