The boys in the boat : nine Americans and their epic quest for gold at the 1936 Olympics
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| Location | Call Number | Note | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock County Community Library - Adult Non-Fiction | 797.12 BRO | Checked Out | May 13, 2024 |
| Location | Call Number | Note | Status | Due Date |
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| Adrian Branch Library - Adult Non-Fiction | 797.12 BRO | On Shelf | ||
| Edgerton Public Library - Adult Non-Fiction | A 797.12 BROWN | Checked Out | April 30, 2024 | |
| Edgerton School - Biography | YA NF BIO 797.12 BROWN | BL 8.4 | On Shelf | |
| Fulda Memorial Library - Adult Non-Fiction | 797.12 BRO | On Shelf | ||
| Heron Lake Public Library - Adult Non-Fiction | 797.12 BRO | On Shelf |
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Format
Book
Physical Desc
404 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Accelerated Reader
UG
Level 8.4, 27 Points
Level 8.4, 27 Points
Lexile measure
1260
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description
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 a homeless teen rower.
Target Audience
1260L,Lexile
Study Program Information
Accelerated Reader AR,UG,8.4,27,167221.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Brown, D. J. (2013). The boys in the boat: nine Americans and their epic quest for gold at the 1936 Olympics . Viking.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Brown, Daniel James, 1951-. 2013. The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold At the 1936 Olympics. Viking.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Brown, Daniel James, 1951-. The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold At the 1936 Olympics Viking, 2013.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Brown, Daniel James. The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold At the 1936 Olympics Viking, 2013.
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