The Boys in the Boat (Young Readers Adaptation): The True

The Boys in the Boat (Young Readers Adaptation): The True Story of an American Team's Epic Journey to Win Gold at the 1936 Olympics

The #1 New York Times bestseller freshly adapted for the next generation, now with brand new content including an author Q&A and never-before-seen photographs

Inspiration for the PBS American Experience Documentary 'The Boys of '36'

For readers of Unbroken, out of the depths of the Great Depression comes the astonishing tale of nine working-class boys from the American West who at the 1936 Olympics showed the world what true grit really meant. With rowers who were the sons of loggers, shipyard workers, and farmers, the University of Washington's eight-oar crew was never expected to defeat the elite East Coast teams, yet they did, going on to shock the world by challenging the German boat rowing for Adolf Hitler.

At the center of the tale is Joe Rantz, a teenager without family or prospects, whose personal quest captures the spirit of his generation-the generation that would prove in the coming years that the Nazis could not prevail over American determination and optimism.

This deeply emotional yet easily accessible young readers adaptation of the award-winning #1 New York Times bestseller features never-before-seen photographs, highly visual back matter, and an exclusive new introduction.
Country USA
Brand Puffin Books
Manufacturer Puffin Books
Binding Mass Market Paperback
ItemPartNumber YES23613706
Color Multicolor
ReleaseDate 2016-08-02
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780147516855

Country	USA
Brand	Puffin Books
Manufacturer	Puffin Books
Binding	Mass Market Paperback
ItemPartNumber	YES23613706
Color	Multicolor
ReleaseDate	2016-08-02
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780147516855

The Boys in the Boat (Young Readers Adaptation): The True Story of an American Team's Epic Journey to Win Gold at the 1936 Olympics

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