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This is my second book on older runners (my first being What Makes Olga Run) and I'm fascinated by them. Ida Keeling seems like such a strong person and the entire book I was in awe of her fierce determination. By virtue of living so long, Keeling witnessed so many changes. It was eye-opening seeing her struggle with racism and the great depression to seeing her witness the first black president. It made me appreciate how momentous that truly was. I loved Keeling's faith in God and how she related scripture stories to her life.
Ida's story alone was worth five stars. While the writing was serviceable, Can't Nothing Bring Me Down would have benefitted from added bulk. I was disappointed that the racing parts were so short. There were other parts of Ida's life I would have loved to have heard more about. I also was confused when some parts were written by her daughter. That happened late in the book with no explanation as to why.
3.5 Stars.
Ida's story alone was worth five stars. While the writing was serviceable, Can't Nothing Bring Me Down would have benefitted from added bulk. I was disappointed that the racing parts were so short. There were other parts of Ida's life I would have loved to have heard more about. I also was confused when some parts were written by her daughter. That happened late in the book with no explanation as to why.
3.5 Stars.