Swimming Lessons: A Novel


Laurel is terrified of water; Mama is a former swimming champion who abandoned her Olympic aspirations for the safety of marriage. When Laurel must learn to swim, she convinces Mama to give her lessons, tentatively beginning an extraordinary friendship. The two slowly reveal the secrets of their lives: Laurel cannot seem to tell her boyfriend about her phobia of water, or the tragedy that triggered it; Mama in turn shares her fears of having children, a powerful… More >>

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First aid for scuba diving injuries is unique; procedures differ from and, in some instances, even contradict standard first aid techniques. Anyone who may have a need to provide first aid to an injured scuba diver should become familiar with the procedures contained in this book. This new text, extensively reviewed by noted scuba diving physicians and diving medical technician trainers, is ideal for teaching scuba diving first aid…. More >>

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