Listen and read

Step into an infinite world of stories

Read and listen as much as you want
Over 950 000 titles
Exclusive titles + Storytel Originals
Easy to cancel anytime

Try now

Cover for Extended Summary - The Boys In The Boat: Based On The Book By Daniel James Brown

Try now

Extended Summary - The Boys In The Boat: Based On The Book By Daniel James Brown

Try now

Duration: 0H 28min
Language: English
Format
Category: Non-Fiction

EXTENDED SUMMARY

THE BOYS IN THE BOAT

BASED ON THE BOOK BY DANIEL JAMES BROWN

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: QUICK READING LIBRARY

CONTENT

Prologue - The Quest Begins

Hardship and Resilience (1899–1933)

The Birth of a Team (1934)

Trials and Triumphs (1935)

A Nation in Turmoil and the Rise of Fascism

The Road to Berlin (1936)

The 1936 Berlin Olympics

Life Beyond the Finish Line

The Legacy of the Boys in the Boat

General Analysis of The Boys in the Boat

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

“The Boys in the Boat” by Daniel James Brown tells the inspiring true story of the University of Washington’s rowing team, who triumphed at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. The book focuses on Joe Rantz, a young man from a troubled background, and his teammates as they face personal hardships, intense training, and fierce competition. The story explores themes of resilience, teamwork, and overcoming adversity. Against the backdrop of Nazi Germany’s propaganda, the team’s victory becomes a symbol of hope and unity, showcasing the power of collective effort and the human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds.

Release date

Audiobook: 23 November 2024