Gil Dodds The Flying Parson

Gil Dodds: The Flying Parson is a biography written by Mel Larson about the life of Gil Dodds, a renowned American track and field athlete and Christian minister. The book explores Dodds' early years growing up in a small town in Illinois, his rise to fame as a runner at Wheaton College, and his record-breaking performances in various track events during the 1940s and 1950s.Larson delves into Dodds' personal life, including his marriage to his college sweetheart, his decision to become a minister, and his struggles with balancing his athletic career and religious calling. The author also examines Dodds' role in the evolution of American track and field during the mid-20th century, including his participation in the 1948 Olympic Games and his influence on the sport as a coach and commentator.Throughout the book, Larson portrays Dodds as a man of strong faith and conviction, who used his platform as an athlete to spread his religious message and inspire others. The Flying Parson is a compelling and inspiring account of a remarkable athlete and spiritual leader, whose legacy continues to influence both the worlds of sports and religion.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.