2012 revision. Once you have been swimming in the great outdoors and have experienced the cool refreshing waters of the British countryside you soon find returning to the indoor pool both stifling and restrictive. Guide books may now direct swimmers to popular secluded venues across the country, but as the wild swimming movement gains momentum people are beginning to question the restrictions that have been imposed on outdoor swimmers here in the U.K. This book examines the history of British Swimming, and the effect that our love affair with water has had upon our nation. Discover how the attitudes and culture of the British changed swimming from an animated, outdoor, playful activity, mostly enjoyed by working class boys, into a very competitive sport, confined predominantly to man-made pools. Discover why we British are so remarkably different to our neighbors in both Europe and America in this aspect, and discover a depth to British culture that may have hitherto escaped your gaze.
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“…the whole story makes for a fascinating social history." -The Bristol Evening Post, May 17, 2010
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"...a fascinating book by local author Chris Ayriss. ...very readable, informative and entertaining ...excellent illustrations." - The Leicester Mercury, May 25, 2010
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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.
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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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