Seabiscuit

Seabiscuit (2004) by Laura Hillenbrand. This book, from the author of Unbroken, is just as good. Hillenbrand has thoroughly researched the subject, then assembled all the data-bits into a smoothly flowing narrative that thrills and delights the reader. It's no exaggeration to say that this is one of the best books I have ever read, and I loved every page of it. The characters are so vivid, the events are so interesting, the book takes place in such a crucial period of history -- fantastic. And Seabiscuit himself is painted in such stirring colors, you feel that you know the horse, and you cheer for him in every race. This is a truly moving book, and what's more, it's not fiction, it's a reconstruction of historical facts. A great achievement, it was made into a semi-successful motion picture. Grade: A