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Who Was Seabiscuit? by James Buckley Jr. & Who HQ Summary

Who Was Seabiscuit?
James Buckley Jr. & Who HQ
4.31 (409 Reviews)
Sports
Inspirational
History
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Discover the undersized horse that captivated Depression-era America. "Who Was Seabiscuit?" chronicles the ultimate underdog story so powerful it inspired an Oscar-nominated film. Beyond racing history, it's a timeless symbol of hope that continues to inspire generations today.

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The Underdog Who Captured America's Heart

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In the depths of the Great Depression, an unlikely hero emerged from dusty racetracks to capture America's imagination. Seabiscuit wasn't your picture-perfect racehorse - small, knobby-kneed, and often preferring sleep to running. Yet this unassuming horse would become a cultural phenomenon whose popularity rivaled President Roosevelt's. At the height of his fame in 1938, a single race between Seabiscuit and War Admiral drew over 40 million radio listeners - nearly a third of the American population. Celebrities from Bing Crosby to Clark Gable flocked to his races, desperate to witness this phenomenon firsthand. What made this "runty little thing" so captivating? Perhaps Americans saw themselves in him - battered by hard times but refusing to quit. During an era when unemployment reached 25% and breadlines stretched for blocks, Seabiscuit's journey from laughingstock to legend offered hope that ordinary individuals could achieve extraordinary things despite overwhelming odds. His story wasn't just about horse racing; it was about the resilience of the American spirit when facing seemingly insurmountable challenges.

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The Race of the Century and Devastating Setbacks

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