About the Book: 401: The Extraordinary Story of the Man who Ran 401 Marathons in
401 Days and Changed his Life Forever
The story of Ben Smith, who decided to run 401 marathons in 401 days. People
thought he was mad, until they heard his story, then they began to understand.
Having endured years of bullying as a child, Ben tried to take his own life. In
adulthood, Ben struggled to feel content with the life that was mapped out for
him. But having found his passion in running, Ben sold his possessions, escaped
his old life and set off on what seemed like