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Swimming studies /

A collection of autobiographical sketches that explore the worlds of competitive and recreation swimming. From her training for the Olympic trials as a teenager, to meditative swims in pools and oceans as an adult, Shapton contemplates the sport that has shaped her life.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Shapton, Leanne
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Blue Rider Press, [2012]
Subjects:
Shapton, Leanne.
Women swimmers > Canada > Biography.
Table of Contents:
  • Water
  • Quitting
  • Byron
  • Swimming studies
  • Finals
  • Doughnuts
  • Sweatshirts
  • Laundry
  • Fourteen odors
  • Crown assets
  • Other swimmers
  • Studebakers
  • Etobicoke
  • Derek
  • Night kitchen
  • Training camp
  • Size
  • St. Barts
  • Piscine Olympique
  • Coaches
  • Practice
  • Mom
  • Titanic
  • Goggles
  • Piña colada
  • Jaws
  • Vals
  • Bathing
  • Swimming pools
  • Second swim.