Swimming

By Martin Cobbett and Cobbett Martin

Book Overview

Explore the historical depths of aquatic recreation with Martin Cobbett's "Swimming," a glimpse into the late 19th-century world of water sports and leisure. Originally published around 1890, this vintage guide offers a fascinating look at the techniques, attitudes, and social context surrounding swimming as both a recreational activity and a physical exercise.

Discover how swimming was perceived and practiced in a bygone era, with insights into the equipment, training methods, and popular swimming locations of the time. Whether you're a historian, a swimming enthusiast, or simply curious about the past, "Swimming" provides a unique window into a world where taking to the water was both a refreshing pastime and a novel form of exercise. Relive the era with this digitized edition.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1245904507
• ISBN13: 9781245904506
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 70 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"