JOURNAL ARTICLE

Terry & Me: The Inside Story of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope.

  • Published In: Canada's History, 2024, v. 104, n. 3. P. 61 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Dawson, Joanna 3 of 3

Abstract

In the book "Terry & Me: The Inside Story of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope" by Bill Vigars, readers are taken back to 1980 when Terry Fox, a cancer survivor, embarked on his iconic run across Canada to raise money for cancer research. The book explores the challenges and emotional experiences of Fox's journey, as well as his unwavering commitment to his cause. Through personal memories, letters, and diaries, Vigars provides a firsthand look into Fox's spirit and the impact he had on those he encountered along the way. This book offers a deeply personal and insightful account of Fox's Marathon of Hope from one of his closest friends and confidantes. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Canada's History. 2024/06, Vol. 104, Issue 3, p61
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1920-9894
  • Accession Number:177121122
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