Richard Waldrep

“The Pacific Ocean was Duke’s backyard.” So begins the tale of Duke Kahanamoku, often considered the “Father of Modern Surfing.” Duke won six Olympic medals as a swimmer, but surfing was his passion. Duke, who encountered discrimination throughout his lifetime, was also a hero, saving eight people singlehandedly from a capsized boat in 1925. Readers will enjoy discovering the story behind Duke’s unforgettable legacy.