In 1948, the world was rebuilding. But at the London Olympics, one woman didn't just competeshe exploded the limits of what a woman could be.
Francina "Fanny" Blankers-Koen, a thirty-year-old Dutch mother of two, arrived in post-war London carrying the weight of a nation and facing a chorus of critics who argued she was too old, too domestic, and biologically unfit for elite sport.
What followed was an unprecedented performance: four gold medals in the 100m, 200m, 80m hurdles, and the relaya feat unmatched in its versatility and revolutionary in its impact.
This is the definitive, comprehensive biography of the "Flying Housewife." It traces her life from her disciplined farm roots and secret wartime training to her unparalleled run of twelve world records. It reveals the strategic partnership with her coach, husband, and manager, Jan Blankers, and analyzes how her triumph became the ultimate feminist statement, shattering entrenched prejudice and laying the foundation for modern women's athletics. Approx.165 pages, 33000 word count
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