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Why We Swim
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A Time Magazine Mustread Book Of 2020A Best Book Of The Season: Buzzfeed * Bustle * San Francisco Chroniclea Best Book Of The Year: Npr'S Book Concierge * Washington Independent Review Of Booksa Fascinating And Beautifully Written Love Letter To Water. I Was Enchanted By This Book. Rebecca Skloot, Bestselling Author Of The Immortal Life Of Henrietta Lacksan Immersive, Unforgettable, And Eyeopening Perspective On Swimmingand On Human Behavior Itself.We Swim In Freezing Arctic Waters And Piranhainfested Rivers To Test Our Limits. We Swim For Pleasure, For Exercise, For Healing. But Humans, Unlike Other Animals That Are Drawn To Water, Are Not Naturalborn Swimmers. We Must Be Taught. Our Evolutionary Ancestors Learned For Survival; Now, In The Twentyfirst Century, Swimming Is One Of The Most Popular Activities In The World.Why We Swim Is Propelled By Stories Of Olympic Champions, A Baghdad Swim Club That Meets In Saddam Husseins Palace Pool, Modernday Japanese Samurai Swimmers, And Even An Icelandic Fisherman Who Improbably Survives A Wintry Sixhour Swim After A Shipwreck. New York Times Contributor Bonnie Tsui, A Swimmer Herself, Dives Into The Deep, From The San Francisco Bay To The South China Sea, Investigating What It Is About Water That Seduces Us, Despite Its Dangers, And Why We Come Back To It Again And Again.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Why We Swim'? A: 'Why We Swim' explores the relationship between humans and water, highlighting our complexities as swimmers, our evolutionary history, and the various motivations behind swimming, including pleasure, exercise, and healing.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Why We Swim'? A: The author of 'Why We Swim' is Bonnie Tsui, a contributor to the New York Times and an avid swimmer.
- Q: When was 'Why We Swim' published? A: 'Why We Swim' was published on April 14, 2020.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Why We Swim'? A: 'Why We Swim' contains 288 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Why We Swim' have? A: 'Why We Swim' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is 'Why We Swim' a good book for fitness enthusiasts? A: 'Why We Swim' is suitable for fitness enthusiasts as it delves into the benefits of swimming for health and fitness, alongside personal stories that inspire.
- Q: What are some accolades received by 'Why We Swim'? A: 'Why We Swim' has been recognized as a must-read by Time Magazine and has been included in best book lists by BuzzFeed, Bustle, and NPR's Book Concierge.
- Q: Does 'Why We Swim' include personal stories? A: 'Why We Swim' features a variety of personal stories, including those of Olympic champions and unique swimming experiences, enriching the narrative with real-life perspectives.
- Q: What makes 'Why We Swim' different from other swimming books? A: 'Why We Swim' combines scientific insights with personal narratives, examining not just the act of swimming but the emotional and cultural significance of water in our lives.
- Q: Is 'Why We Swim' suitable for all readers? A: 'Why We Swim' is suitable for a wide range of readers, from casual swimmers to those interested in the psychological and cultural aspects of swimming.