"The Marathon Runner" is an exciting book written by Stephen King, which tells about the life and tragic fate of Billy Goggins, an amateur runner who decides to take part in the toughest marathon in the world. The tape invites the reader to look at the marathon not only as a sporting event, but also as a test of human willpower, self-belief and the desire to achieve one's goal even in the most difficult moments. The book is full of tension, drama and unexpected plot twists that keep the reader in suspense until the last page. "Marathonets" is a story about faith in victory, willpower and unshakable confidence in one's abilities.