Henry Tuttle

Waights Taylor's YA novel, Henry Tuttle: The Boy Who Ran to Glory, goes back in time to tell a timeless story about runners and running, especially the long distance kind. Henry Tuttle spans two generations and explores American values that are often most visible in the world of sports. Taylor has created a cast of memorable characters who run the gamut from youngsters to oldsters who learn indelible lessons about what it means to compete, to perform one's personal best, and to create bonds of friendship that go beyond well-beaten paths. This spirited and inspiring book will transport readers-whether they're 18, 81, or anywhere in between-to high school days and remind them how important it is to dream and to believe in the future