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Contested Waters: A Social History Of Swimming Pools In America,Used
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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 book explores the social and cultural history of swimming pools in the United States, examining how they have evolved from public baths in the nineteenth century to private backyard havens today.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Contested Waters' is Jeff Wiltse.
- Q: What type of book is 'Contested Waters'? A: It is a social and cultural history book that discusses the significance of swimming pools in American life.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 288 pages.
- Q: When was 'Contested Waters' published? A: The book was published on May 1, 2010.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Contested Waters'? A: The book is available in paperback.
- Q: What topics does the book cover regarding swimming pools? A: The book covers various topics including their roles as leisure spaces, sites of race riots, and reflections of societal changes in America.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, 'Contested Waters' can be a valuable resource for academic research on social history and cultural studies.
- Q: What audience is 'Contested Waters' intended for? A: The book is intended for readers interested in American history, social issues, and the cultural significance of leisure activities.