The boys in the boat, nine Americans and their epic quest for gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics,, 2014
Type
Label
The boys in the boat, nine Americans and their epic quest for gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics,, 2014
Language
eng
Intended audience
Adult non-fiction
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
The boys in the boat
Responsibility statement
2014
Series statement
MVLC Book Club Kits
Sub title
nine Americans and their epic quest for gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics,
Summary
This book tells the story of the University of Washington's 1936 eight-oar crew and their epic quest for an olympic gold medal, a team that transformed the sport and grabbed the attention of millions of Americans. It traces the story of the team that defeated elite rivals at Hitler's 1936 Berlin Olympics, sharing the experiences of their enigmatic coach, a visionary boat builder, and homeless teen rower