Harry Miller’s Run

by David Almond

Liam just wants to train for the Junior Great North Run, but Mam needs his help clearing out old Harry’s house. Liam isn’t thrilled—until Harry begins to tell a story.

It’s the tale of one unforgettable day, years ago, when Harry and his friends ran all the way from Newcastle to the sea. Under blazing sun, with clattering boots and the promise of ice cream, they ran for the sheer joy of it.

Themes

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  • Sport
  • Running
  • Persistence
  • Training
  • Perseverance
  • Neighbours
  • Elderly People
  • Competition
  • Newcastle Dialect
  • Old Photographs
  • Talking About The Past
  • Death