This book explores how different constituencies influenced the development of nineteenth-century swimming in England, and highlights the central role played by swimming professors.
Dave Day is Professor of Sports History at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK.Margaret Roberts is an independent researcher.
1. Introduction.- 2. Swimming Professors and Entrepreneurs.- 3. A Swimming Family – The Beckwiths.- 4. The Female Swimming Community.- 5. Working at the Baths.- 6. Organizing Swimming Communities.- 7. Spreading the Word.- 8. Conclusion.