Book description
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…
Why read it?
1 author picked The Red Rose Crew as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I’ve read this several times. The book chronicles the beginning of U.S. women’s rowing at the international competitive level.
It illustrates how women had to fight to get coaching, equipment, and even a locker room. It also shows that women athletes are every bit as tough and competitive as their male counterparts.
As a female competitive rower myself, I am indebted to them for opening the door.
From Maura's list on The best books about, or that include, rowing.
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