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Contested Waters: A Social History of Swimming Pools in America,New
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From nineteenthcentury public baths to today's private backyard havens, swimming pools have long been a provocative symbol of American life. In this social and cultural history of swimming pools in the United States, Jeff Wiltse relates how, over the years, pools have served as asylums for the urban poor, leisure resorts for the masses, and private clubs for middleclass suburbanites. As sites of race riots, shrinking swimsuits, and conspicuous leisure, swimming pools reflect many of the tensions and transformations that have given rise to modern America.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Contested Waters: A Social History of Swimming Pools in America'? A: The main theme of the book explores the social and cultural history of swimming pools in America, highlighting their evolution from public baths in the nineteenth century to private backyard pools today.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Contested Waters' is Jeff Wiltse.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Contested Waters'? A: The book contains 288 pages.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is in good condition.
- Q: When was 'Contested Waters' published? A: The book was published on April 23, 2007.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, this book is a first edition.
- Q: What categories does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of State & Local history.
- Q: What are some key features of this book? A: The key feature of this book is its insightful exploration of swimming pools as social spaces in American culture.
- Q: Can you provide a brief overview of the historical context covered in the book? A: The book covers the historical context of swimming pools as they transitioned through various social roles, including public asylums for the urban poor and leisure spaces for middle-class families.