The Purple Runner

A commemorative republishing of “The Purple Runner” by Paul Christman, this exclusive edition of the cult running novel presents the timeless story with rich new cover artwork. The tale captures the pursuit of running by keeping pace with runners as their lives intertwine on the open trails and rolling routes of Hampstead Heath in London, a setting that symbolizes the rugged resilience of a runner demanded by the marathon distance. In a unique telling of trials and triumphs that explores the profound transcendence of sport and self, Tracksmith’s special release of the cult classic serves not only as a celebration of running, but as the cornerstone of our new collection.