Swimming studies / Leanne Shapton.

Author/creator Shapton, Leanne
Format Book
Publication InfoNew York : Blue Rider Press, ©2012.
Description320 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Subjects

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.
Abstract 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.
LCCN 2012011506
ISBN9780399158179 (hbk.)
ISBN0399158170 (hbk.)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks GV838 .S47 A3 2012 ✔ Available Place Hold