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Leslie Jamison

This author and narrator of the book describes many experiences from her life in the contained essays. These include her work as a medical actor and as a teacher in Nicaragua, among others.

Dave

This individual was the author's boyfriend at the time when she describes having an abortion in "The Empathy Exams."

Charlie Engle

This individual is an ultramarathon runner and author. The author met him at the Barkley Marathons and later describes visiting him in prison after his conviction of mortgage fraud in 2010 in "Fog Count."

Julian

This individual is the author's brother. In "The Immortal Horizon," she describes going with him to Tennessee as a supporter when he participated in the Barkley Marathons.

Lazarus Lake

This individual, born Gary Cantrell, was the creator of the Barkley Marathons. The author describes spending time with him during the race in "The Immortal Horizon."

Paul

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