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The Eight: A Season in the Tradition of Harvard Crew,Used
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A fascinating look at the 2008 Harvard Varsity Crew Team and the university's legendary history of accomplished rowers.The Eight is a thrilling, behindthescenes look at a group of young men who have given up nearly everything to transform themselves into the best team possible at arguably the world's most venerable rowing institution, Harvard crew. Through a blend of journalistic writing and historical narrative, Saint Sing highlights their struggles and triumphs as she follows them through the spring season of 2008.This exclusive, competitive world is illuminated as never before as the athletes race for the collegiate national championship and one former member achieves a historic first for Harvard: a gold medal at the 2008 Olympic Games.What these men go through physically to earn a seat in the Harvard first eight is just the beginning. The real test of their mettle is the inner athlete called upon to make their dreams a reality in this very tense and dramatic world. Susan Saint Sing's The Eight chronicles the drama of a full season of elite college racing, including the bitter personal struggles and the team's pursuit of excellence.
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- Q: What is 'The Eight: A Season in the Tradition of Harvard Crew' about? A: The book provides an in-depth look at the 2008 Harvard Varsity Crew Team, detailing their journey through the competitive world of collegiate rowing and their pursuit of excellence.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Susan Saint Sing, who combines journalistic writing with historical narrative to tell the story of the Harvard crew team.
- Q: What are the main themes explored in the book? A: The main themes include teamwork, personal sacrifice, and the rigorous demands of elite athletics, as well as the history of rowing at Harvard.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 336 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'The Eight' published? A: The book was published on March 16, 2010.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to rowing? A: Yes, while it delves deeply into the competitive rowing scene, it is written in a way that can be appreciated by readers new to the sport.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This book is a First Edition.
- Q: Can I gift this book to a sports enthusiast? A: Absolutely, it makes a great gift for anyone interested in sports history, rowing, or personal development through athletics.
- Q: Are there any notable achievements mentioned in the book? A: Yes, the book highlights the achievements of the 2008 team, including one member winning a gold medal at the 2008 Olympic Games.