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"This captivating book exposes for the first time the dramatic impact swimmers have had on British morals and culture" --Cornwall Today, July, 2010
"...a fascinating book by local author Chris Ayriss. ...very readable, informative and entertaining... many excellent illustrations." --The Leicester Mercury, May 25, 2010
"...within a generation..."wild swimming" - has virtually come to an end....the whole story makes for a fascinating social history." --The Bristol Evening Post, May 17, 2010
"...a thought-provoking and stimulating book, written in an accessible, direct and conversational style. ...of interest to every outdoor swimmer." --The Outdoor Swimming Society, February, 2010
"...a fascinating book by local author Chris Ayriss. ...very readable, informative and entertaining... many excellent illustrations." --The Leicester Mercury, May 25, 2010
"...within a generation..."wild swimming" - has virtually come to an end....the whole story makes for a fascinating social history." --The Bristol Evening Post, May 17, 2010
"...a thought-provoking and stimulating book, written in an accessible, direct and conversational style. ...of interest to every outdoor swimmer." --The Outdoor Swimming Society, February, 2010
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"...a fascinating book ...very readable, informative and entertaining... excellent illustrations." Leicester Mercury. "...the whole story makes for a fascinating social history." Bristol Evening Post. "Superb" Daniel Start (Wild Swimming). This captivating book puts flesh on the bones of British history, exposing for the first time the dramatic impact that swimmers have had on culture and morals. It explores the reason for a change in attitudes that has shaped the lives of every man woman and child in Great Britain and to varying degrees the world. British swimmers once filled the lakes and waterways of England. How did these sportsmen, the pride of the nation, find themselves chased out of the water, rounded up and confined to indoor swimming pools? Discover how pride turned to prejudice as swimmers sparked the development of the unique British culture of prudery. This book fills the conspicuous gap in understanding, that envelops this controversial and thought provoking subject.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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Very readable and a must for advocates and participants in outdoor swimming. The photos are also very interesting, particularly the crowded lidos, Henleaze and the polo game. It clearly took a lot of research and the enthusiasm for open air / outdoor swimming and fun swimming/diving/jumping in particular came accross very strongly. I hope the book is a success for you.
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Interesting but not compelling.
27 Aug 2010
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It would probably help to be British to appreciate this. There are some social trends of note, but I didn't get the impression the author looked at too much beyond the shift from open-free bathing places to regulated pools and acceptable settings. I found it interesting but not surprising in content or conclusions.
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