The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics

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Phenomenal. Absolutely captivating from start to finish. The story of the 1936 University of Washington rowing crew is inspiring, emotional, and beautifully told. The amount of research and detail that went into this book is mind-blowing. You’re transported right into the boat, the Depression era, and ultimately to Berlin. A masterpiece of storytelling.

The book arrived on time and exactly as described on the ad. I rowed 50 years ago in college and used the same wooden oars and shell from George Pocock as is used by these BOYS IN THE BOAT. This is simply a wonderful (and) true story and I'm glad the author chose to tell it. .

Very inspiring read. A true story. Well researched. It reinforces the idea that to reach at the very top in the competitive endevor you need to slog your butt off. Mere talent and genetic gift is not enough. It also tells us that at the very highest level of competition just technical skills are not enough. Every one has it. What differentiates gold medalist from the bronze medalist is what is going on in the mind. Mental game is as important as physical game. This book has lot of learning for the careful reader. If you are trying to excel in some domain then the key learning articulated in this book will prove invaluable to you. These western boys profiled in this book can teach you a lot about commitment, character, mindset and discipline. The attributes needed to excel in any field.

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