Souvenirs du célèbre marcheur Gallot, le roi des marcheurs. Première partie
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Overview: A unique hybrid of memoir and athletic treatise, this 19th-century work chronicles the philosophy and feats of Yves Gallot, a legendary French pedestrian who turned competitive walking into a high-art spectacle.
Plot: The narrative follows Gallot's own account of his rise from obscurity to national fame, detailing the grueling training regimens, strategic rivalries, and theatrical public exhibitions that captivated Paris. It is less a linear story than a curated collection of his most memorable exploits and personal reflections on endurance.
Analysis: Its status as a classic stems from its singular perspective at the intersection of sport, celebrity, and self-mythology. Gallot writes not just as an athlete, but as a performer conscious of his own legend, offering an invaluable primary source on the early culture of endurance sports and the birth of the modern athletic persona. The prose captures the sheer theatricality of his six-day races, preserving a fascinating slice of social history.
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Steven Walker
1 year agoHigh quality edition, very readable.
Donna Scott
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