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Book Synopsis: Carter G. Woodson Award, National Council for the Social Studies Editor's Favorites, The Bloomsbury Review Kiriyama Prize, Notable Children's Books, Pacific Rim Voices Once Upon a World Children's Book Award, The Simon Wiesenthal Center and Museum of Tolerance Library and Archives
The true story of Hawaiian Duke Kahanamoku, six-time Olympic swimming champion and legendary surfer who popularized surfing around the world.
Growing up in Honolulu with the Pacific Ocean as his backyard, Duke Kahanamoku learned to swim and surf at a young age. By his early twenties, Duke's lightning-fast swimming won him a place on the 1912 United States Olympic team and a gold medal in the 100-meter freestyle race. Over the years Duke struggled with racism and financial troubles, but by the end of his twenty-year Olympic career, he was a six-time medal winner.
Although a swimming champion, Duke's passion was surfing. He traveled the world, introducing surfboarding to Australia and the east and west coasts of the United States. Considered the father of modern surfing, Duke spread his love of the ocean and Hawai'i wherever he went.
Throughout his life Duke Kahanamoku was beloved for his modesty, sportsmanship, and amazing skill in the water. Today he remains a legendary waterman and an inspiration to all to live life with aloha. aloha: love, kindness, grace, affection, compassion; also traditional Hawaiian greeting or farewell
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Experience the incredible story of Duke Kahanamoku, the Surfer of the Century! This captivating book dives into the life of a true legend who not only dominated the Olympic swimming scene but also revolutionized the world of surfing. With accolades such as the Carter G. Woodson Award and the Kiriyama Prize, you know you're in for a truly remarkable read.
Immerse yourself in Duke's world as he grows up in the breathtaking paradise of Honolulu, learning to swim and surf amidst the Pacific Ocean. Witness his lightning-fast swimming skills that earned him a gold medal in the 1912 Olympics, paving the way for a legendary career spanning over twenty years. Despite facing racism and financial challenges, Duke emerged as a six-time medal winner and an inspiration for all aspiring athletes.
But beyond the swimming pool, Duke's true love was surfing. He embarked on a global journey, introducing the art of surfboarding to Australia, and both the east and west coasts of the United States. Duke is revered as the father of modern surfing, a title that cements his legacy and the impact he had on the world of watersports.
What sets Duke apart is not only his remarkable talent but also his exceptional character. Beloved for his modesty, sportsmanship, and unwavering skill in the water, Duke Kahanamoku is a true embodiment of the Aloha spirit. This book showcases not only his incredible athletic achievements but also the values of love, kindness, grace, and compassion that he lived by.
Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the extraordinary life of Duke Kahanamoku. Grab your copy today and let his awe-inspiring journey inspire you to live life with Aloha. Order now!
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