Summary:
The book explores the human relationship with water, delving into the cultural, historical, and personal reasons people are drawn to swimming, from survival to pleasure. It weaves together narratives of swimmers from around the world, examining the physical and psychological benefits of being in the water.
Key points:
1. Healing Benefits of Swimming: Tsui discusses swimming's physical and mental therapeutic effects, including injury recovery, chronic pain management, and stress reduction.
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