tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post2614707652797476438..comments2024-03-24T13:45:25.132-05:00Comments on Bookfoolery : What I Talk About When I Talk About Running by Haruki MurakamiBookfoolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-73570977970207207682011-08-17T18:20:12.292-05:002011-08-17T18:20:12.292-05:00Les,
I have the same problem -- knee trouble that...Les,<br /><br />I have the same problem -- knee trouble that keeps me from getting back to running regularly. Reading the book didn't make me sad, although I do miss running (yes, that runner's high -- how can anyone not love that?!). I really enjoyed it for the sake of reading similar thoughts to my own about running. I think you'd like it.Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-27099016906312751202011-08-17T17:30:42.818-05:002011-08-17T17:30:42.818-05:00I really miss being able to run. Every time I feel...I really miss being able to run. Every time I feel like my knees can handle it, I run a few miles and the next thing you know, I can barely hobble up and down the stairs for weeks afterward! I used to run 5 miles a day, 5 days a week. I've run 2 half marathons and dozens of 10ks. Now I either bike or walk, but it's just not the same. I'd like to read this book, but I wonder if it will only make me more unhappy that I can't get that runner's high again. ;)Leshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08345657431432380804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-24667217402358069982011-08-17T11:41:40.873-05:002011-08-17T11:41:40.873-05:00Alyce,
There's nothing wrong with jogging a l...Alyce,<br /><br />There's nothing wrong with jogging a little if that's what you like. I never ran huge distances. I think 8 miles was about my top mileage in a day. That was partly because of our heat, though. Some people can handle running long distance in our dangerous heat. I am not one of them.Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-83043569566235439122011-08-17T11:16:44.834-05:002011-08-17T11:16:44.834-05:00I wish I was a runner but I don't know if it&#...I wish I was a runner but I don't know if it's every going to happen. I don't mind a short easy jog now and then but I've always hated long distance.Alycehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10919057159829023714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-24290108052588163232011-08-15T22:26:34.777-05:002011-08-15T22:26:34.777-05:00Kelly,
Oh, you lucky stiff. You have such a grea...Kelly,<br /><br />Oh, you lucky stiff. You have such a great library. I've been slowly collecting Murakami's books and the Borders closing has really helped me out.Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-47388833425556180072011-08-15T21:26:39.763-05:002011-08-15T21:26:39.763-05:00I have heard good things about this book. I was go...I have heard good things about this book. I was going to stick with his novels, but since the library doesn't seem to carry many of his novels I should read this book... They do have it... I just haven't got around to it yet.Kailanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11136262232046813471noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-10677627302866515532011-08-15T20:44:06.770-05:002011-08-15T20:44:06.770-05:00Kookie,
I know you hate running! I'm so glad...Kookie,<br /><br />I know you hate running! I'm so glad you spoke up. I'm going to tack on your comment at the end of my review because I really felt kind of clueless as to whether or not anyone who truly dislikes running would enjoy reading it. Good to know!!Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-78340965471276879652011-08-15T20:38:39.872-05:002011-08-15T20:38:39.872-05:00I hate running, but I loved this book. I think hi...I hate running, but I loved this book. I think his experiences in his sport of choice carry over nicely to other sports. Plus, he has such a pleasant, conversational style. I really enjoy his work a lot.kookiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00994570192941993135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-14557363436387359352011-08-15T20:36:24.232-05:002011-08-15T20:36:24.232-05:00Iliana,
I really can't say whether people who...Iliana,<br /><br />I really can't say whether people who dislike running would like this particular book, but I have a strong feeling that it would bore most to tears. I loved it. But, at times, even though I used to run and still have the desire, I was mentally shaking my head at his obsession. I think he said an ultra marathon is 60 miles?!!!! Goodness. <br /><br />Care,<br /><br />Really? Did I neglect to tell you that I used to run and nearly died of low potassium? Huh. Well, now you know. I still want to get back to running, but so far I haven't succeeded. I'm not giving up, though. I don't think you ever lose the desire to run if you love it. Yep, might be a skipster for you. :)<br /><br />Chrisarama,<br /><br />I didn't know you've taken up running. Cool! I'm doing other exercise, at the moment, but I keep hoping that once I lose some weight I'll be able to get back to it. Yeah, if you enjoy running, give it a go. It's fascinating to read what he's done, over the years and how running and writing connect, for this particular author.Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-16316366062933436682011-08-15T20:15:42.594-05:002011-08-15T20:15:42.594-05:00I've seen this one around. Since I've take...I've seen this one around. Since I've taken up running, maybe I should read it.Chrisbookaramahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11972547663609480210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-52676126437454233052011-08-15T20:07:08.381-05:002011-08-15T20:07:08.381-05:00Um, okie dokie, I guess I missed the part of you b...Um, okie dokie, I guess I missed the part of you being a running enthusiast, huh. Good to know. ( I will pass on this...)Carehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06478474870247729611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-1284788055964183802011-08-15T20:05:40.013-05:002011-08-15T20:05:40.013-05:00Hmm, I have enjoyed Murakami's books but as I&...Hmm, I have enjoyed Murakami's books but as I'm not a runner I don't know that this one would hold my attention much. I think I'll stick with his novels instead :)Ilianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07026669671843769219noreply@blogger.com