{"product_id":"raising-the-bar-alex-beede-9798263821692","title":"Raising The Bar: Alma Richards' Rise From Dropout To Olympic Champion","description":"When Alma Richards, a small-town Utah farm boy, leapt his way to Olympic gold in 1912, he defied every expectation placed upon him. His journey from obscurity to global recognition wasn't just about athletic triumph; it was about grit, determination, and the unshakable belief that dreams can outlast doubt. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis book dives deep into the powerful documentary that reintroduces Richards's legacy to a modern audience. With behind-the-scenes insights, historical context, and thoughtful explorations of fact versus film, it examines how his life continues to resonate in a world still hungry for stories of resilience and hope. Readers will discover not just the man who brought home gold but the enduring lessons his journey teaches about perseverance, representation, and the power of storytelling. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhether you're a lover of sports history, a fan of Olympic legends, or simply someone who believes in the power of true stories to inspire, this book will leave you uplifted and motivated.\u003cbr\u003eStep into the legacy. Relive the leap. Be inspired by Alma Richards's story today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Alex Beede\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798263821692\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/04\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 128\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.40lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.27d","brand":"Alex Beede","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48137207349503,"sku":"9798263821692","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_9d897354-dc47-455a-bead-429c94e02c78.jpg?v=1770167279","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/raising-the-bar-alex-beede-9798263821692","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}