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SUMMARY:Finding Gobi
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DESCRIPTION:Hear the inspirational\, heartwarming & true story of a man an
 d his best friend..\nhttps://dpl.libnet.info/event/14012975
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:<p>Join author Dion Leonard for a captivating
  event as he presents the main edition of his New York Times bestselling b
 ook\,&nbsp\;<em>Finding Gobi</em>. This inspiring\, true story chronicles 
 Dion&rsquo\;s journey during a grueling 155-mile ultra-marathon across the
  Gobi Desert in China\, where he met a small stray dog named Gobi. What st
 arted as a chance encounter quickly turned into a life-changing bond\, as 
 Gobi became Dion's steadfast companion\, matching his stride every step of
  the way to the finish line.</p>\n<p>When the race ended\, Gobi went missi
 ng\, sparking a nationwide search to reunite the two. This incredible stor
 y of determination\, love\, and loyalty is sure to captivate readers of al
 l ages and is perfect for animal lovers and adventure enthusiasts alike.</
 p>\n<p>At this special library event\, Dion will share the unforgettable t
 ale of his and Gobi&rsquo\;s journey\, the search to bring Gobi home\, and
  the deep bond they share.&nbsp\;<em>Finding Gobi</em>&nbsp\;is a truly mo
 ving story that will inspire anyone who has ever loved an animal or pursue
 d a dream.</p>\n<p>Don&rsquo\;t miss this opportunity to meet Dion and Gob
 i\, hear their story firsthand\, and be inspired by their remarkable adven
 ture. Books will be available for sale.</p>\n<p>Learn more at&nbsp\;<a hre
 f="https://www.findinggobi.com">https://www.findinggobi.com</a>&nbsp\;&nbs
 p\;</p>\n<p><strong>Dion Leonard - Ultra-Runner &amp\; best selling author
  of&nbsp\;Finding Gobi</strong><br />Dion started running in 2013 and has 
 already achieved numerous top 10 finishes in ultra-races around the world 
 in the most extreme conditions. He's not only competed in but completed so
 me of the world's toughest multi stage ultra running races across the most
  inhospitable landscapes including two times at the "Toughest Footrace on 
 Earth"\, the brutal 250km Marathon Des Sables. Dion has also run South Afr
 ica's 250km Kalahari Extreme Desert Race three times (winning in 2017)\, t
 he Gobi Desert 250km\, MDS Peru 250km\, Cambodia 220km\, Hurt 100\, Mt Gao
 ligong 100 mile\, Triple Crown of 200 milers\, Badwater 135\, and winning 
 the inaugural 2019 Delirious West 200 in Australia.</p>\n<p>In 2019 Dion b
 ecame the first man to complete both the Grand Slam of 100's and the Leadm
 an series in the one year\, silver buckling at all 100's.</p>\n<p>Question
 s? Contact <a href="mailto:lizg@deschuteslibrary.org">lizg@deschuteslibrar
 y.org</a>&nbsp\;&nbsp\;</p>\nhttps://dpl.libnet.info/event/14012975
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