Swimming (1918)

By Frank James Sullivan

Book Overview

Swimming is a book written by Frank James Sullivan and was first published in 1918. The book is a comprehensive guide to swimming that covers various aspects of the sport, including techniques, training, and safety. It is intended for both beginners and experienced swimmers who want to improve their skills and knowledge of the sport.The book begins with an introduction to swimming and its benefits, followed by a discussion of the different types of swimming strokes, including freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke, and butterfly. Each stroke is explained in detail, with step-by-step instructions on how to perform them correctly.The book also covers different swimming techniques, such as diving, turning, and racing starts. It includes tips on how to improve your breathing, speed, and endurance, as well as how to avoid common mistakes and injuries.In addition to technique and training, the book also covers safety tips for swimming, including how to recognize and respond to emergencies in the water. It provides information on the importance of proper supervision and the use of safety equipment, such as life jackets and rescue equipment.Overall, Swimming is a comprehensive guide to swimming that provides readers with the knowledge and skills they need to become better swimmers. It is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to improve their swimming abilities or simply learn more about this popular sport.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120718813
• ISBN13: 9781120718815
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"