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Product Identifiers
PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
ISBN-100143125478
ISBN-139780143125471
eBay Product ID (ePID)175254597
Product Key Features
Book TitleBoys in the Boat : Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics
Number of Pages432 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2014
TopicUnited States / 20th Century, United States / State & Local / Pacific Northwest (Or, Wa), Olympics & Paralympics, Sports
IllustratorYes
GenreSports & Recreation, Biography & Autobiography, History
AuthorDaniel James Brown
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight11.8 Oz
Item Length8.5 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2023-496605
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal797.12/30973
SynopsisThe #1 New York Times -bestselling story about American Olympic triumph in Nazi Germany and now the inspiration for the PBS documentary "The Boys of '36'." For readers of Unbroken , out of the depths of the Depression comes an irresistible story about beating the odds and finding hope in the most desperate of times--the improbable, intimate account of how nine working-class boys from the American West showed the world at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin what true grit really meant. It was an unlikely quest from the start. With a team composed of the sons of loggers, shipyard workers, and farmers, the University of Washington's eight-oar crew team was never expected to defeat the elite teams of the East Coast and Great Britain, yet they did, going on to shock the world by defeating the German team rowing for Adolf Hitler. The emotional heart of the tale lies with Joe Rantz, a teenager without family or prospects, who rows not only to regain his shattered self-regard but also to find a real place for himself in the world. Drawing on the boys' own journals and vivid memories of a once-in-a-lifetime shared dream, Brown has created an unforgettable portrait of an era, a celebration of a remarkable achievement, and a chronicle of one extraordinary young man's personal quest., Now a Major Motion Picture Directed by George Clooney The #1 New York Times -bestselling story about the American Olympic rowing triumph in Nazi Germany--from the author of Facing the Mountain . For readers of Unbroken , out of the depths of the Depression comes an irresistible story about beating the odds and finding hope in the most desperate of times--the improbable, intimate account of how nine working-class boys from the American West showed the world at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin what true grit really meant. It was an unlikely quest from the start. With a team composed of the sons of loggers, shipyard workers, and farmers, the University of Washington's eight-oar crew team was never expected to defeat the elite teams of the East Coast and Great Britain, yet they did, going on to shock the world by defeating the German team rowing for Adolf Hitler. The emotional heart of the tale lies with Joe Rantz, a teenager without family or prospects, who rows not only to regain his shattered self-regard but also to find a real place for himself in the world. Drawing on the boys' own journals and vivid memories of a once-in-a-lifetime shared dream, Brown has created an unforgettable portrait of an era, a celebration of a remarkable achievement, and a chronicle of one extraordinary young man's personal quest.
LC Classification NumberGV796.B764 2014
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- 30. Jan. 2022
Great Sports Book
Perhaps the best sports book I have read.... better than Chariots of Fire. Very inspiring as well. A tale of the rowing crew from the University of Washington who not only won almost all their intercollegiate races in the 1930's but went on to win the 1936 Olympics. The story focuses on one character who overcame immense odds starting when he was 10 years old, to his success in life. It is also about Depression era America. Read this book!!!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 09. Jan. 2024
Says it all
I rate this book up there with "Killers of the Flower Moon", "Unbroken", "Seabiscuit" and a number of other GREAT books. It is a lot more than the story of a college rowing crew going to the 1936 Olympics. It is another illustration of why my parent's generation were the GREATEST. It also gives an "eyewitness" account of the Great Depression and the rise of Hitler in Germany. A must read.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 23. Okt. 2015
tried to be there, now I know how they did that
This novel helped give a perspective to my experience of rowing at the University of Oregon. In 1969-70 the freshman coach was first year grad student David Thompson, who graduated the previous year from U of W and the Husky crew. The book gave me a deeper insight into the genealogy of our rowing style, the historical perspective of our beautiful cedar Pocock racing shells, and our coaches relation other rowing programs, especially California's. The book is absolutely a must read for any American oarsperson and their friends or family. They can not help but benefit learning the history it contains. I doubt it will disappoint anyone else.. Steve CalvertBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 18. Jan. 2024
The Boys in the Boat is a novel that draws you into the life of these people.
A terrific book. This author catches the reader's interest in the first chapter. This is a great look back to life of Americans during this time, and how they survived during the Depression and Dust Storms of the West.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 11. Nov. 2015
Profound true story; don't miss this one
Beautifully written account of the boatful of boys from working class towns in Washington state who went on to Olympic gold in rowing in the 1936 games in Germany. The focus on one boy in particular and the childhood hardships he had to overcome keeps our interest and personalizes the story in a compelling way. But equally engaging are descriptions of the others: the other collegiate rowers, the coaches, the gifted boat maker, the friends and family, the newscasters. The story includes insightful probings into the effects of the Depression and the Dust Bowl, the gathering clouds of war in Europe, and the political wrangling over whether to attend games in Germany at all considering what was already being reported about Hitler's regime. It contains detailed, rather fascinating explanations of the physics of rowing, the artisan craftsmanship demanded by boatbuilding, and the psychological aspects of rowing. It reports in great particulars weather conditions and transportation challenges. The author is a thorough researcher who clearly loves this remarkable, heartfelt story. This story lifts us up and lets us see that the greatest strength these boys found, after two years of punishing, dedicated physical work, was their absolute trust in each other. This trust, coupled with their humility, are what enabled them to soar. I sit in the quiet wake of this realization, inspired and grateful for having read their story.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 03. Jul. 2019
The Boys in the Boat
My mom, 95 years old, grewup in the Pacific NW. She has read the book several times, and we keep copies around so she can give it to all her friends.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 16. Jan. 2024
Utmost Determination Leads To Success
This book brings real life events of courage, determination of “ ordinary” boys with a dream and a goal into fruition! The 1936 Olympics and the grit to get there and show the world their goal and hard work to get there is a lesson to everyone who instead of saying “ it’s impossible “ says “ let’s give it all we’ve got”, Not only is it a great book but it’s message warranted a movie as well.No matter your interest in the sport or competition, everyone should read this book!!!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 21. Jul. 2016
A well-crafted story of inspiration
I had a family friend recommend this book to me last year, and sorry that I took so long to get into it. Remarkable and inspiring, in the vein of "Unbroken," but even more fascinating to me, with its insights into a sport I had not really thought of before. Also compelling history of America and Germany as World War II looms. Wonderful character sketches and an intricate story line that weaves continents, families and generations. Well worth the reading, and I bet you will continue thinking about the times and people long after your reading is finished.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 29. Jan. 2020
One of The most compelling books you’ll ever read!
This book is set in the 1930's......written so well you will feel like you lived in that era.I knew little or nothing of rowing when I began to read and soon felt like I was in the boat rowing with all my might with them! The main character, Joe Rantz has you emotionally tied in as soon as you meet him. You will also learn a history lesson as The Boys enter the ‘36 Olympics to defeat Hitlers own rowing team.....the ugly seeds of WW 11 are swirling around!! This is a book you can’t put down... I highly recommend reading it more than once.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 15. Nov. 2018
Story of overcoming the odds
Very interesting and well written story which gives you a real insight to to struggle of the families during the depression years. You do not have to be a fan of rowing in order to enjoy this book.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
