Boys in the Boat : Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 B...

Description: The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics **Free Shipping** The number one New York Times best-selling story about American Olympic triumph in Nazi Germany, the inspiration for the PBS documentary The Boys of '36, broadcast to coincide with the 2016 Summer Olympics and the 80th anniversary of the boys' gold medal race.For readers/listeners 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. Condition:Like new condition, has a small blend in the front of cover, with no missing or damaged pages. see photo #3 for details. Shipping & Handling:Our shipping and handling time is 24-48 hours after paid. Tracking number will be uploaded immediately after shipping.Customer Satisfaction:Customer service is our top priority. If you are unsatisfied about our product, please contact us first before leaving a feedback. Thank you for supporting small businesses, your purchase is genuinely appreciated!

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