The Boys In The Boat by Daniel James Brown
This book tells the inspiring true story of the University of Washington's 1936 eight-oar crew and their epic quest for gold at the Berlin Olympics. It focuses on how these sons of loggers, shipyard workers, and farmers overcame immense physical and psychological challenges to defeat elite rivals first from eastern and British universities and finally the German crew rowing for Adolf Hitler in the Olympic Games. The narrative not only captures the sheer physicality and competitive nature of rowing but also delves deeply into the personal lives and backgrounds of the crew members, illustrating how their shared experiences and unbreakable bond drove them to achieve an unparalleled victory in the face of adversity.
The 10909th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2013
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 370-416
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 100 Best Books of the Decade so Far (2010-2015) (Oyster Books)