Against the Current

America, 1920s. Emily wants to emulate her cousin Gertrude - after all, she is a famous athlete who won medals at the Olympics. Gertrude wants to set a record by swimming across the English Channel, while Emily, with the help of her friend Leo, diligently trains to swim across a nearby lake. Emily does this secretly from her mother and sisters: they believe that sports are not for women. Will Gertrude and Emily achieve their goals? The book is based on the true story of Gertrude Ederle (1905-2003). For younger school age.