About the book
Improbable, heart-wrenching, and uplifting, Jeremiah Brown’s journey from novice rower to Olympic silver medallist in under four years is a story about chasing a goal with everything you’ve got.
After nearly being incarcerated at age seventeen and becoming a father at nineteen, Jeremiah Brown manages to grow up into a responsible young adult. But while juggling the demands of a long-term relationship, fatherhood, mortgage payments, and a nine-to-five banking career, he feels something is missing. A new goal captures his imagination: What would it take to become an Olympian?
Guided by a polarizing coach, Brown and his teammates plumb the depths of physical and mental exertion in pursuit of a singular goal. The 4 Year Olympian is a story of courage, perseverance, and overcoming self-doubt, told from the perspective of an unlikely competitor.
Editions of The 4 Year Olympian
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781459741317
- EBook
- ISBN 9781459741331
- PDF
- ISBN 9781459741324
Read an Excerpt
Improbable, heart-wrenching, and uplifting, Jeremiah Brown’s journey from novice rower to Olympic silver medallist in under four years is a story about chasing a goal with everything you’ve got.
After nearly being incarcerated at age seventeen and becoming a father at nineteen, Jeremiah Brown manages to grow up into a responsible young adult. But while juggling the demands of a long-term relationship, fatherhood, mortgage payments, and a nine-to-five banking career, he feels something is missing. A new goal captures his imagination: What would it take to become an Olympian?
Guided by a polarizing coach, Brown and his teammates plumb the depths of physical and mental exertion in pursuit of a singular goal. The 4 Year Olympian is a story of courage, perseverance, and overcoming self-doubt, told from the perspective of an unlikely competitor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The 4 Year Olympian about?
Improbable, heart-wrenching, and uplifting, Jeremiah Brown’s journey from novice rower to Olympic silver medallist in under four years is a story about chasing a goal with everything you’ve got.
After nearly being incarcerated at age seventeen and becoming a father at nineteen, Jeremiah Brown manages to grow up into a responsible young adult. But while juggling the demands of a long-term relationship, fatherhood, mortgage payments, and a nine-to-five banking career, he feels something is missing. A new goal captures his imagination: What would it take to become an Olympian?
Guided by a polarizing coach, Brown and his teammates plumb the depths of physical and mental exertion in pursuit of a singular goal. The 4 Year Olympian is a story of courage, perseverance, and overcoming self-doubt, told from the perspective of an unlikely competitor.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The 4 Year Olympian?
Sports and Active outdoor recreation > Sport: general > Sporting events and management > Olympic and Paralympic games
Where can I read a sample of The 4 Year Olympian?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781459741317
How long is The 4 Year Olympian and how many pages does it have?
The 4 Year Olympian has 320 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The 4 Year Olympian?
Jeremiah Brown
Who is the Publisher of the book The 4 Year Olympian?
Dundurn Press
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The 4 Year Olympian is available as paperback(ISBN 9781459741317) and ebook(ISBN 9781459741331) and pdf(ISBN 9781459741324)
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