The Art Of Swimming: A Practical, Working Manual (1906)

The Art of Swimming: A Practical, Working Manual (1906) is a comprehensive guide to swimming written by Richard Francis Nelligan. The book provides a detailed overview of the different swimming strokes and techniques, including the breaststroke, backstroke, sidestroke, and crawl. It also covers topics such as diving, floating, and treading water. The manual includes detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the proper form and technique for each stroke. Nelligan also provides tips on how to improve one's swimming skills and how to stay safe while swimming. In addition to technical instruction, The Art of Swimming also explores the history and philosophy of swimming as a sport and recreational activity. Nelligan discusses the health benefits of swimming and its role in physical education and rehabilitation. Overall, The Art of Swimming is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their swimming skills or learn more about the sport. Its practical approach and clear explanations make it accessible to swimmers of all levels, from beginners to advanced athletes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.