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The Boys in the Boat

Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics

by Daniel James Brown ...

Narrated by Edward Herrmann ...

Unabridged

14 hours 24 min

The #1 New York Times–bestselling story about American Olympic triumph in Nazi Germany, the inspiration for the PBS documentary The Boys of '36, broadcast to coincide with the 2016 Summer Olympics and the 80th anniversary of the boys' gold medal race.For readers of Unbroken, out of the depths of the Depression comes an irresistible story about beating the odds and finding hope in the most ... Read more

$24.00 USD

The #1 New York Times–bestselling story about American Olympic triumph in Nazi Germany, the inspiration for the PBS documentary The Boys of '36, broadcast to coincide with the 2016 Summer Olympics and the 80th anniversary of the boys' gold medal race.For readers of Unbroken, out of the depths of the Depression comes an irresistible story about beating the odds and finding hope in the most
... Read more
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Path Lit By Lightning

by David Maraniss ...

Narrated by David Maraniss ...

Unabridged

23 hours 26 min

A biography of Jim Thorpe, the Native American sports icon and Olympic champion, that “goes beyond the myth and into the guts of Thorpe’s life, using extensive research, historical nuance, and bittersweet honesty” (Los Angeles Times), by the bestselling author of the classic biography When Pride Still Mattered.Jim Thorpe rose to world fame as a mythic talent who excelled at every sport. Most ... Read more

$34.99 USD

A biography of Jim Thorpe, the Native American sports icon and Olympic champion, that “goes beyond the myth and into the guts of Thorpe’s life, using extensive research, historical nuance, and bittersweet honesty” (Los Angeles Times), by the bestselling author of the classic biography When Pride Still Mattered.Jim Thorpe rose to world fame as a mythic talent who excelled at every sport. Most
... Read more
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No Limits

The Will to Succeed

by Michael Phelps ...

Narrated by Holter Graham ...

Abridged

5 hours 34 min

Fresh from his triumphant and extraordinary achievement at the Olympic Games in Beijing, Michael Phelps—up from working-class, born-in-the-USA roots—shows us the secrets to his remarkable success—from training to execution.For years the world has followed Michael Phelps’s progress from teen sensation in Sydney to bona fide phenom in Athens. Now he’s a living Olympic legend in Beijing with a ... Read more

$19.99 USD

Fresh from his triumphant and extraordinary achievement at the Olympic Games in Beijing, Michael Phelps—up from working-class, born-in-the-USA roots—shows us the secrets to his remarkable success—from training to execution.For years the world has followed Michael Phelps’s progress from teen sensation in Sydney to bona fide phenom in Athens. Now he’s a living Olympic legend in Beijing with a
... Read more
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Three Kings

How Record-Smashing Swimmers Johnny Weissmuller, Duke Kahanamoku, and Katsuo Takaishi Changed Their Sport and Each Other Forever

by Todd Balf ...

Narrated by Edoardo Ballerini ...

Unabridged

8 hours 38 min

For fans of The Boys in the Boat, and marking the 100th anniversary of the Paris Olympics, the never-before-told story of three athletes who defied the odds to usher in a golden age of sportsEven today, it’s considered one of the most thrilling races in Olympic history. The hundred-meter sprint final at the 1924 Paris Games, featuring three of the world’s fastest swimmers—American legends Duke ... Read more

$22.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

For fans of The Boys in the Boat, and marking the 100th anniversary of the Paris Olympics, the never-before-told story of three athletes who defied the odds to usher in a golden age of sportsEven today, it’s considered one of the most thrilling races in Olympic history. The hundred-meter sprint final at the 1924 Paris Games, featuring three of the world’s fastest swimmers—American legends Duke
... Read more
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Athlete Habits

8 Fundamental Habits That Elite Athletes Cultivate To Reach And Maintain Success

by Hadley Mannings ...

Narrated by Jim D Johnston ...

Unabridged

3 hours 15 min

Do you put 110% effort into your training sessions and still see no improvement? Are you looking for a simple guide that summarizes the best habits used by today's top athletes?The truth is… some of us train our hearts out and see little improvement. And some of us are just getting started, and don't know where to begin.This book is for athletes from ALL LEVELS of experience—from your first few ... Read more

$14.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Do you put 110% effort into your training sessions and still see no improvement? Are you looking for a simple guide that summarizes the best habits used by today's top athletes?The truth is… some of us train our hearts out and see little improvement. And some of us are just getting started, and don't know where to begin.This book is for athletes from ALL LEVELS of experience—from your first few
... Read more
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Crossfire: A Biathlon Challenge Friendship, Rivalry, and Self-Discovery on the Olympic Stage

by Erica Little ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Charlotte G ...

Unabridged

59 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In the heart-pounding world of professional biathlon, where athletes must master both skiing and marksmanship, friendships are tested, rivalries bubble to the surface, and individuals embark on journeys of self-discovery. As the prestigious Winter Olympic Games draw near, a group of elite biathletes find themselves entangled in a web of competition, ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In the heart-pounding world of professional biathlon, where athletes must master both skiing and marksmanship, friendships are tested, rivalries bubble to the surface, and individuals embark on journeys of self-discovery. As the prestigious Winter Olympic Games draw near, a group of elite biathletes find themselves entangled in a web of competition,
... Read more
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Total Olympics

Every Obscure, Hilarious, Dramatic, and Inspiring Tale Worth Knowing

by Jeremy Fuchs ...

Narrated by Oliver Wyman ...

Unabridged

10 hours 5 min

“An indispensable Olympic resource and a lot of pure fun.”––Jack McCallum, author of the New York Times bestseller Dream TeamFaster! Higher! Stronger! Stranger! A glorious tapestry of legendary characters, forgotten records, crazy accomplishments, unbelievable feats, wacky contests, and controversial moments, Total Olympics is pure pleasure for anyone who loves the world’s greatest sporting event ... Read more

$27.99 USD

“An indispensable Olympic resource and a lot of pure fun.”––Jack McCallum, author of the New York Times bestseller Dream TeamFaster! Higher! Stronger! Stranger! A glorious tapestry of legendary characters, forgotten records, crazy accomplishments, unbelievable feats, wacky contests, and controversial moments, Total Olympics is pure pleasure for anyone who loves the world’s greatest sporting event
... Read more
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Speed Kings

The 1932 Winter Olympics and the Fastest Men in the World

by Andy Bull ...

Narrated by Eric Meyers ...

Unabridged

13 hours 9 min

A story of risk, adventure, and daring as four American bobsledders race for the gold in the most dangerous competition in Olympic history.In the 1930s, as the world hurtled toward war, speed was all the rage. Bobsledding, the fastest and most thrilling way to travel on land, had become a sensation. Exotic, exciting, and brutally dangerous, it was the must-see event of the 1932 Winter Olympics at ... Read more

$22.50 USD

A story of risk, adventure, and daring as four American bobsledders race for the gold in the most dangerous competition in Olympic history.In the 1930s, as the world hurtled toward war, speed was all the rage. Bobsledding, the fastest and most thrilling way to travel on land, had become a sensation. Exotic, exciting, and brutally dangerous, it was the must-see event of the 1932 Winter Olympics at
... Read more
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As Fast As Her

Dream Big, Break Barriers, Achieve Success

by Kendall Coyne ...

Narrated by Kendall Coyne ...

Unabridged

5 hours 28 min

Dream big, follow your passion and never give up. Decorated US Olympian and accomplished hockey star Kendall Coyne shares the grit and determination it took to break down barriers and achieve her dreams against tremendous odds, encouraging you to follow your passions and never give up.The world told Kendall Coyne to slow down. They said “not so fast” when she picked up hockey skates instead of ... Read more

$23.99 USD

Dream big, follow your passion and never give up. Decorated US Olympian and accomplished hockey star Kendall Coyne shares the grit and determination it took to break down barriers and achieve her dreams against tremendous odds, encouraging you to follow your passions and never give up.The world told Kendall Coyne to slow down. They said “not so fast” when she picked up hockey skates instead of
... Read more
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Dive into the Future: Water Polo Evolution

by Letha Boone ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madelyn G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 59 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In this insightful book, we delve deep into the future of water polo as an Olympic sport. Exploring the potential changes to the format, rules, and international competition, readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the exciting developments on the horizon. From innovative game strategies to advancements in sports technology, this book offers ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In this insightful book, we delve deep into the future of water polo as an Olympic sport. Exploring the potential changes to the format, rules, and international competition, readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the exciting developments on the horizon. From innovative game strategies to advancements in sports technology, this book offers
... Read more
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Gold

How Gretzky's Men Ended Canada's 50-Year Olympic Hockey Drought

by Tim Wharnsby ...

Narrated by Barry Abrams ...

Unabridged

6 hours 42 min

"Now after fifty years, it's time for Canada to stand up and cheer. Stand up and cheer everybody! The Olympics Salt Lake City, 2002, men's ice hockey gold medal: Canada!" —Bob Cole, CBC play-by-play broadcasterThere was no iconic Paul Henderson moment, nor a Sidney Crosby golden goal, but Canada's 5-2 victory against the rival United States in the men's 2002 Olympic gold medal game wiped out fifty ... Read more

$19.99 USD

"Now after fifty years, it's time for Canada to stand up and cheer. Stand up and cheer everybody! The Olympics Salt Lake City, 2002, men's ice hockey gold medal: Canada!" —Bob Cole, CBC play-by-play broadcasterThere was no iconic Paul Henderson moment, nor a Sidney Crosby golden goal, but Canada's 5-2 victory against the rival United States in the men's 2002 Olympic gold medal game wiped out fifty
... Read more
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100 dioses del Olimpo

De niños a superhéroes

by Alberto Lati ...

Narrated by Alberto Lati, Ricardo Correa ...

Unabridged

6 hours 41 min

¿Cómo surgieron las mayores estrellas de los Juegos Olímpicos? Sus orígenes e inicios. Todos los obstáculos a los que se sobrepusieron. Su vida antes de la gloria.La infancia de los dioses del Olimpo. Simone Biles en adopción, Michael Phelps detestando la piscina, Usain Bolt negándose a competir por miedo a perder, Nadia Comaneci detectada en un recreo de la escuela, Yelena Isinbáyeva deprimida ... Read more

$14.99 USD

¿Cómo surgieron las mayores estrellas de los Juegos Olímpicos? Sus orígenes e inicios. Todos los obstáculos a los que se sobrepusieron. Su vida antes de la gloria.La infancia de los dioses del Olimpo. Simone Biles en adopción, Michael Phelps detestando la piscina, Usain Bolt negándose a competir por miedo a perder, Nadia Comaneci detectada en un recreo de la escuela, Yelena Isinbáyeva deprimida
... Read more
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Spiking the Status Quo: The Global Impact of Olympic Volleyball

by Del Ferrell ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Marcus G ...

Unabridged

2 hours 48 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dive into the complex world of Olympic volleyball with this thought-provoking exploration of its social and cultural implications. From issues of gender equality on and off the court to the sport's role in the increasingly interconnected global landscape, this book delves deep into the multifaceted nature of volleyball in the Olympics. Discover the ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Dive into the complex world of Olympic volleyball with this thought-provoking exploration of its social and cultural implications. From issues of gender equality on and off the court to the sport's role in the increasingly interconnected global landscape, this book delves deep into the multifaceted nature of volleyball in the Olympics. Discover the
... Read more
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Spinning Gold: A Deep Dive Into the Evolution of BMX Freestyle in the Olympic Games

by Nanette Dougherty ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Marcus G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 44 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Embark on a journey through time as we delve into the rich history of BMX Freestyle in the Olympics, from its humble beginnings to its current status as a high-flying spectacle. Trace the roots of this adrenaline-pumping sport back to its inception and follow its rise in popularity among athletes and fans alike. Explore the evolution of trick styles, ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Embark on a journey through time as we delve into the rich history of BMX Freestyle in the Olympics, from its humble beginnings to its current status as a high-flying spectacle. Trace the roots of this adrenaline-pumping sport back to its inception and follow its rise in popularity among athletes and fans alike. Explore the evolution of trick styles,
... Read more
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Gold

My Autobiography

by Nick Skelton ...

Narrated by John Banks ...

Unabridged

7 hours 25 min

With a show-jumping career spanning over forty years, Nick Skelton is a legend in the equestrian world. No other rider has won so many major competitions on so many different horses and he is as popular at Olympia and Hickstead as he is at Aachen, Geneva, Paris and Spruce Meadows. Skelton has competed in eight Olympic Games. He was part of the gold medal-winning Great Britain team at London 2012 ... Read more

$24.99 USD

With a show-jumping career spanning over forty years, Nick Skelton is a legend in the equestrian world. No other rider has won so many major competitions on so many different horses and he is as popular at Olympia and Hickstead as he is at Aachen, Geneva, Paris and Spruce Meadows. Skelton has competed in eight Olympic Games. He was part of the gold medal-winning Great Britain team at London 2012
... Read more
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Olympic Pride, American Prejudice

The Untold Story of 18 African Americans Who Defied Jim Crow and Adolf Hitler to Compete in the 1936 Berlin Olympics

by Deborah Riley Draper, Blair Underwood, Travis Thrasher ...

Narrated by Leon Nixon ...

Unabridged

9 hours 8 min

**In this “**must-read for anyone concerned with race, sports, and politics in America” (William C. Rhoden, New York Times bestselling author), the inspirational and largely unknown true story of the eighteen African American athletes who competed in the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games, defying the racism of both Nazi Germany and the Jim Crow South.Set against the turbulent backdrop of a segregated ... Read more

$25.99 USD

**In this “**must-read for anyone concerned with race, sports, and politics in America” (William C. Rhoden, New York Times bestselling author), the inspirational and largely unknown true story of the eighteen African American athletes who competed in the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games, defying the racism of both Nazi Germany and the Jim Crow South.Set against the turbulent backdrop of a segregated
... Read more
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Red Rose Crew

A True Story Of Women, Winning, And The Water

by Daniel J. Boyne ...

Narrated by Donna Postel ...

Unabridged

7 hours 23 min

In 1975, a group of amazing women rowed their way to international success and glory, battling sexual prejudice, bureaucracy, and male domination in one of the most grueling and competitive sports around. Among the members of the first international women's crew team—and one of the first women's teams anywhere—were Gail Pearson, the soft-spoken MIT professor who fought equally hard off the water ... Read more

$19.99 USD

In 1975, a group of amazing women rowed their way to international success and glory, battling sexual prejudice, bureaucracy, and male domination in one of the most grueling and competitive sports around. Among the members of the first international women's crew team—and one of the first women's teams anywhere—were Gail Pearson, the soft-spoken MIT professor who fought equally hard off the water
... Read more
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Believe

Boxing, Olympics and my life outside the ring

by Nicola Adams, OBE ...

Narrated by Ms Emma Swan ...

Unabridged

4 hours 32 min

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Believe by Nicola Adams, read by Emma Swan.At London 2012, Nicola Adams made history. The flyweight boxer - nicknamed the smiling assassin - becamethe first ever woman to win an Olympic Gold medal for boxing. In Rio 2016, with the nation cheering her on, she did it all over again.Growing up in Leeds, Nicola stumbled into boxing in ... Read more

$12.99 USD

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Believe by Nicola Adams, read by Emma Swan.At London 2012, Nicola Adams made history. The flyweight boxer - nicknamed the smiling assassin - becamethe first ever woman to win an Olympic Gold medal for boxing. In Rio 2016, with the nation cheering her on, she did it all over again.Growing up in Leeds, Nicola stumbled into boxing in
... Read more
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The Other Olympians

Fascism, Queerness, and the Making of Modern Sports

by Michael Waters ...

Narrated by Jennifer Pickens ...

Unabridged

9 hours 31 min

"Michael Waters performs an Olympian act of storytelling, using the stories of these extraordinary athletes to explore in brilliant detail the struggle for understanding and equality." —Jonathan Eig, author of King: A Life“This riveting audiobook brings all the facts and showcases why we need to acknowledge true history in today’s social climate.”—Book Riot**"Narrator Jennifer Pickens brings the ... Read more

$26.99 USD

"Michael Waters performs an Olympian act of storytelling, using the stories of these extraordinary athletes to explore in brilliant detail the struggle for understanding and equality." —Jonathan Eig, author of King: A Life“This riveting audiobook brings all the facts and showcases why we need to acknowledge true history in today’s social climate.”—Book Riot**"Narrator Jennifer Pickens brings the
... Read more
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Sports Byline: Shirley Babashoff

by Ron Barr ...

Narrated by Ron Barr ...

Series series Sports Byline
Unabridged

25 min

Shirley Babashoff owns 8 Olympic swimming medals and has a part in 39 national records. Widely regarded as one of the best female swimmers of all time, she received the Olympic Order and was inducted into the International Swimming Hall of Fame. She discusses her book, Making Waves: My Journey to Winning Olympic Gold and Defeating the East German Doping Program, her Olympic experiences, and how ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Shirley Babashoff owns 8 Olympic swimming medals and has a part in 39 national records. Widely regarded as one of the best female swimmers of all time, she received the Olympic Order and was inducted into the International Swimming Hall of Fame. She discusses her book, Making Waves: My Journey to Winning Olympic Gold and Defeating the East German Doping Program, her Olympic experiences, and how
... Read more
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The Three-Year Swim Club

The Untold Story of Maui's Sugar Ditch Kids and Their Quest for Olympic Glory

by Julie Checkoway ...

Narrated by Alex Chadwick ...

Unabridged

14 hours 48 min

The New York Times bestselling inspirational story of impoverished children who transformed themselves into world-class swimmers."A brightly told story of the triumph of underdogs ... exuberant, well-researched ... tense, vivid, and inspiring." ―Kirkus ReviewsIn 1937, a schoolteacher on the island of Maui challenged a group of poverty-stricken sugar plantation kids to swim upstream against the ... Read more

$31.99 USD

The New York Times bestselling inspirational story of impoverished children who transformed themselves into world-class swimmers."A brightly told story of the triumph of underdogs ... exuberant, well-researched ... tense, vivid, and inspiring." ―Kirkus ReviewsIn 1937, a schoolteacher on the island of Maui challenged a group of poverty-stricken sugar plantation kids to swim upstream against the
... Read more
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The Making of a Miracle

The Untold Story of the Captain of the 1980 Gold Medal–Winning U.S. Olympic Hockey Team

by Mike Eruzione, Neal Boudette ...

Narrated by George Newbern ...

Unabridged

7 hours 8 min

On the fortieth anniversary of the historic "Miracle on Ice," Mike Eruzione—the captain of the 1980 U.S Men’s Olympic Hockey Team, who scored the winning goal—recounts his amazing career on ice, the legendary upset against the Soviets, and winning the gold medal.It is the greatest American underdog sports story ever told: how a team of college kids and unsigned amateurs, under the tutelage of ... Read more

$23.99 USD

On the fortieth anniversary of the historic "Miracle on Ice," Mike Eruzione—the captain of the 1980 U.S Men’s Olympic Hockey Team, who scored the winning goal—recounts his amazing career on ice, the legendary upset against the Soviets, and winning the gold medal.It is the greatest American underdog sports story ever told: how a team of college kids and unsigned amateurs, under the tutelage of
... Read more
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When We Were Young and Fearless

Kevin, Russell, James, and the Making of the Modern NBA

by Jonathan Abrams ...

Narrated by Shamaan Casey ...

Unabridged

9 hours 30 min

New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Abrams takes a deep dive into the lives and careers of Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and James Harden, using their entangled paths as a lens to view the myriad facets of the player empowerment era.It's one of the greatest “what ifs” in sports – what if the Thunder had kept Durant, Westbrook, and Harden, three of the league’s young, exciting stars and ... Read more

$28.99 USD

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New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Abrams takes a deep dive into the lives and careers of Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and James Harden, using their entangled paths as a lens to view the myriad facets of the player empowerment era.It's one of the greatest “what ifs” in sports – what if the Thunder had kept Durant, Westbrook, and Harden, three of the league’s young, exciting stars and
... Read more
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Hero Redefined

Profiles of Olympic Athletes Under the Radar

by Doug Levy ...

Narrated by Michael Rene Zuzel ...

Unabridged

8 hours 38 min

What does it mean to be a hero—in sports and in life?Heroes aren’t just the ones who bring home medals. Hero Redefined delves into the lesser-known stories of Olympic athletes—and a couple of special Olympic venues—that challenge the conventional narrative of glory and gold. In riveting personal profiles exploring herculean feats of strength, perseverance, and sportsmanship, award-winning sports ... Read more

$16.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

What does it mean to be a hero—in sports and in life?Heroes aren’t just the ones who bring home medals. Hero Redefined delves into the lesser-known stories of Olympic athletes—and a couple of special Olympic venues—that challenge the conventional narrative of glory and gold. In riveting personal profiles exploring herculean feats of strength, perseverance, and sportsmanship, award-winning sports
... Read more

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