STRAUSS

Rowing against the Current

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ISBN 13:
9780684863306
author:
STRAUSS
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Simon & Schuster
language:
English
Publication Year:
2001
Pages:
176
Dimensions:
140mm X 214mm
Genre:
Boating
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£12.83

Description

Rowing Against the Current On Learning to Scull at Forty by Barry Strauss is a personal memoir that recounts the author's unexpected passion for rowing. At 40, Strauss finds himself drawn to the sport, which he had previously considered too demanding for his age. As he learns to scull, he discovers a new sense of self-reliance and a renewed connection with nature. Through his experiences on the water, Strauss reflects on the parallels between rowing and other aspects of his life, including his studies of ancient Greek history. He shares stories of his initial struggles and triumphs, from navigating the challenges of learning a new skill to finding pride in completing a first race. Along the way, he reveals why he believes that "there is nothing -- absolutely nothing -- half as much worth doing as simply messing about in boats." This book offers a unique perspective on the transformative power of sport and the importance of embracing new experiences at any stage of life.

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