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Nonfiction · HopefulNine Americans at the 1936 Olympics
The Boys in the Boat
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What it is about
The story of the University of Washington’s crew who won gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Daniel James Brown’s 2013 book is a bestselling sports history.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy narrative and idea-driven nonfiction, with a hopeful mood and a steady pace. It is an easy read.
Themes: Rowing · Olympics · Depression
Screen adaptation
The Boys in the Boat (2023)
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