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The Art of Swimming in the Eton Style, edited by two Etonians, C.F.M.M. and G.a.M., offers a fascinating glimpse into the swimming techniques and training methods prevalent at Eton College during the late 19th century. This historical manual provides detailed instructions and insights into the specific swimming style favored at one of England's most prestigious schools. Originally intended for Eton students, this book serves as a valuable resource for understanding the evolution of swimming as both a sport and an essential life skill. The book not only covers practical aspects of swimming but also reflects the broader cultural and educational values of the time. This edition preserves the original text and illustrations, making it an essential addition to the libraries of sports historians, swimming enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history of physical education. Discover the techniques that shaped generations of Etonians and gain a unique perspective on the art of swimming. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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