The Boys in the Boat. By Daniel James Brown. Audiobook
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The Boys in the Boat
For fans of Unbroken, emerging from the hardships of the Great Depression is the remarkable story of nine working-class boys from the American West who, at the 1936 Olympics, demonstrated to the world what true resilience truly means. Comprising rowers whose fathers were loggers, shipyard workers, and farmers, the University of Washington’s eight-oar crew was not expected to beat the dominant East Coast teams.
Nonetheless, they defied expectations and stunned the world by challenging the German crew competing for Adolf Hitler.
At the heart of this story is Joe Rantz, a young teenager with no family or future prospects, whose personal journey embodies the spirit of his generation – the generation that would later prove that the Nazis could not defeat American grit and hope.
This emotionally gripping yet accessible adaptation for young readers of the acclaimed #1 New York Times bestseller includes rare photographs, richly illustrated supplementary material, and an exclusive new introduction.
Soon to be a major motion picture directed by George Clooney
The #1 New York Times bestseller freshly adapted for the next generation.
Information about the Audiobook:
| Publisher | Daniel James Brown |
| Publish Date | September 08, 2015 |
| Pages | 240 / 5 hrs and 36 mins |
| Language | English |
| Type | Unabridged Audiobook |
| EAN/UPC | 9780698197596 |
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Accolades for the adult edition of The Boys in the Boat:#1 New York Times bestseller2014 ABA Adult Nonfiction Book of the Year2014 Washington State Book Award Finalist
“For those who like adventure stories straight-up, The Boys in the Boat … is this year’s closest approximation of Unbroken… It’s about the University of Washington’s crew team: “Nine working-class boys from the American West who at the 1936 Olympics showed the world what true grit really meant” – The New York Times“If you imagined a great regatta of books about rowing, then Brown’s Boys in the Boat certainly makes the final heat” – Boston Globe“The astonishing story of the UW’s 1936 eight-oar varsity crew and its rise from obscurity to fame, The individual stories of these young men are almost as compelling as the rise of the team itself. Brown excels at weaving those stories with the larger narrative, all culminating in the 1936 Olympic Games… A story this breathtaking demands an equally compelling author, and Brown does not disappoint. The narrative rises inexorably, with the final 50 pages blurring by with white-knuckled suspense as these all-American underdogs pull off the unimaginable” – The Seattle Times“Cogent history… and a surprisingly suspenseful tale of triumph” – USA Today
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Emma Smith
The Boys in the Boat. By Daniel James Brown. Audiobook – My Review:
I’ve long been inspired by the legend of Jesse Owens – the Black sprinter from Alabama who shattered Hitler’s myth of Aryan supremacy by seizing four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Games. That moment is etched in history. But what of nine working-class boys from the University of Washington who, in the same stadium, quietly dominated the brutal eight-man rowing final? In the shadow of Owens’ triumph, their story has often been overlooked.
Daniel James Brown changes that. He meticulously reconstructs the Depression era, where economic despair and dust storms defined a generation. At the heart of his story is Joe Rantz, a boy abandoned by his family, whose sheer will to survive and row becomes the novel’s emotional engine. Brown didn’t just write this book; he lived it, interviewing the rowers themselves in their twilight years to capture a fading truth.
This isn't just a sports story; it's a story about the boat itself. Brown’s genius lies in showing how nine boys – sons of farmers, fishermen, and loggers – forged an identity together that was far greater than any individual. He paints a portrait of the sport’s golden age, when rowing was the national pastime and rowers were celebrated like rock stars. A ticker-tape parade for a rowing crew seems unimaginable today, but Brown makes us feel the electric fervor of a city like Seattle rallying behind its boys.
While Brown’s prose occasionally dips into the sentimental – a sweetheart’s laugh described as a “window to a sunnier world” – his command of narrative momentum is undeniable. He guides the reader through the rich, often forgotten, history of American rowing, from its elite college origins to the white-hot media spotlight that followed the sport’s top coaches like Al Ulbrickson.
Standing in the background is the real quiet master: George Pocock, the boat-builder. His philosophical reflections on the synergy of body, mind, and the boat itself become the book's moral spine. They elevate the story beyond a race; it becomes a meditation on art, unity, and the human spirit.
Brown’s research is a triumph. He unearths the day-to-day reality of training, the politics of team selection, and the sheer physical agony of rowing with a reporter’s precision. The book’s true villain – the menacing Nazi propaganda machine – is omnipresent. Brown doesn’t shy away from portraying the monstrous Joseph Goebbels, whose obsession with crafting the perfect image for the Olympics clashed with the defiant reality of a crew of Americans winning on his own stage.
It’s a story that feels made for the screen, a real underdog tale of determination and quiet heroism. The narrative’s pulse is relentless, culminating in a final race against Italy and Germany that Brown renders with such cinematic tension you can almost feel the oars in the water. The boys, exhausted and sick, rowed through a crosswind in a lane that was statistically the worst.
This book is an immersive, deeply rewarding read. The story of these nine young men is as compelling as any I’ve encountered. I found myself utterly invested in their journey – from the forgotten riverbanks of Seattle to the heart of Nazi Germany. For those who love to be swept into another time and place, I highly recommend either reading the book or listening to the audiobook. The narrator’s voice truly captures the grit and spirit of the era, making their incredible victory feel all the more present and powerful.
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Emma Smith –
If someone had told me I would become emotionally invested is a book about rowing, I would have thought they were crazy. First, I knew little about rowing and second, I had no desire to learn. A read for a group I am in had me picking up this book and I am so glad I did. As many mothers have said, try it before you decode you don’t like it.
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🌊 “The Boys in the Boat” by Daniel James Brown is an inspiring and beautifully narrated story about determination, teamwork, and perseverance. It captures the spirit of rivalry and hope during the Great Depression, making it a compelling listen that motivates you to never give up on your dreams.
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Absolutely loved The Boys in the Boat! 🚣♀️✨ The story of resilience, teamwork, and determination is truly inspiring. Listening to their journey through hardships and triumphs made me feel so connected. A must-listen for anyone who loves history and sports! ❤️🎧
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I absolutely loved listening to The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown. The story of perseverance, teamwork, and determination is incredibly inspiring, and the narration brought the characters to life. 🚣♀️ It’s a must-listen for anyone who loves history and stories of triumph against the odds. Truly unforgettable!
AudioBooks Shop –
I really liked this book; it was interesting and well-written. I’ll be recommending it to my friends for sure.
Anna –
It is a wonderful story… and true. But this is more than a story about a college crew team. It is about the Greatest Generation, their values, their sacrifices, and how they overcame virtually impossible odds to bring America back from the economic devastation of the Great Depression and a global war after that. With magnificent narration, this book also would be a great read for any American of high school age and at any socio-economic level. It is the recipe of the “American Dream”: hard work, optimism, perseverance, loving support, independent drive, and some good luck, thrown in.
Kristina –
Teammates work as one to win over almost impossible odds. A true story of love, forgiveness, heartbreak and joy.
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What made the experience of listening to The Boys in the Boat (Young Readers Adaptation) the most enjoyable?
The struggles and triumph. Great for upper elementary aged kids. The perseverance of the main character was astounding!
Who was your favorite character and why?
Joe’s story of survival is incredible. He never gave up and was rewarded in the end. Soft hearted and never selfish.
Which scene was your favorite?
He was asked why he never was angry/upset about how his father treated him, he said “getting angry takes energy, I was more worried about surviving than getting angry.”
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Joe’s whole life moved me, he was kick down many many times and always moved forward.
Any additional comments?
Love this book! It really needs to get into the hands of more school children. His unstoppable survival and bettering himself and those around him make it the perfect story of triumph for one that was just living each day to see the next.
I am a 5th grade teacher and my class will be reading this.