Who Was Seabiscuit?
In the midst of the worst depression in U.S. history, Seabiscuit, a young racehorse born in 1933, uplifted the nation's spirits. Despite being weak and undersized, he defied the odds and emerged victorious in local races. With a new coach, he conquered larger circuits, triumphing over the country's top racehorses. Named U.S. Horse of the Year in 1938, Seabiscuit's indomitable spirit and inspiring comeback story made him a beloved celebrity and hero to millions.
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In the middle of the worst depression in U.S. history one young racehorse lifted a nation's spirits.
Seabiscuit was born in 1933 on a farm in Kentucky. Though bred for racing he was weak and undersized. He slept too long and ate too much. Against the odds he began to win local races.
He was given a new coach who trained him to race in larger circuits. Soon enough this scrappy horse began beating the best racehorses in the country. He became a media darling and won national competitions. In 1938 he was voted U.S. Horse of the Year.
Seabiscuit's undying spirit and come-from-behind story made him a celebrity and hero for millions.
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Grade: Grade 3-Grade 7
Brand: Grosset & Dunlap
Publisher Date: 10/20/2015
Author: James Buckley Jr., Gregory Copeland & Nancy Harrison
Dimensions: 7.63 x 5.31
UPC: 9780448483092
Ages: 8-12
Pages: 112
