Therefore, I searched for the audio version. As it turned out I just never found the time to crack open the cover. I pulled it off the shelf and placed it by my bed with hopes to finish it before my reading class was over. I originally selected this book because I have it on my bookshelf and I have never had the time to read it. It has a much deeper reflection on human nature, for one.This is well worth reading, if only to see how the tale was originally portrayed. It would be easy enough to read the whole thing in a single quiet afternoon, but if read in smaller doses, still wouldn't take a terribly long time to get through.As with other classic works I've read, such as Frankenstein, the nuances and details were not quite what I expected. The older style might take some getting used to, but it's short. But it gives a new and interesting perspective to read the original texts that have spawned so many echoes through to the modern day.This book is a good place to start if you're wanting to start dipping into the classics. The basic concept of the book is deeply ingrained in pop culture, but a lot of people probably haven't read the origin of what has become a legend of sorts.Reading the classics isn't always easy the writing style being of a previous era. Drinks – You may wish to rehydrate, so you can bring a bottle of water with you, but no glass bottles or sugary drinks.This is one of those classic stories it would be almost impossible to not be aware of on some level. Webbed gloves, floats and pull buoys are allowed, just consider your change in speed and lane choice. Swim aids – fins and hard plastic paddles are not permitted when there are other swimmers in the lane.Resting – stop at the end of the lane and move as far to the side of the lane as possible to make sure you don’t get in the way of continuous swimmers.Overtaking – be considerate, leave plenty of space, overtake in the centre of the lane and then pull back in next to the rope to allow others to pass if needed, or pass at the wall when the swimmer in front pulls in.Do not ride the feet of the swimmer in front of you if they are going slower. Allow space between swimmers – Wait 5 seconds before setting off so there is a gap between you and the swimmer in front.If you are being regularly passed, then you might want to consider moving into a slower lane. Let faster swimmers start first – don’t start swimming in front of faster swimmers, let them all past before you begin.Let faster swimmer’s pass – wait until you reach the end of the pool, pull to the side and let all the faster swimmers behind past before continuing to swim.Stay tucked in – swim next to the ropes and leave the centre of the lane clear as this allows room for other swimmers to overtake.Don’t be offended – the lifeguards may ask you to change lanes if you are slower or faster than the rest of the swimmers in the lane.Swim in the right direction – check which direction the lane is moving, clockwise or anti-clockwise boards will be displayed at the end of the lanes.Are you in the right lane? – before you get in, have a look at the speed of the swimmers in the lane and pick a lane that is of a similar speed to you.Help us to help you enjoy your swim, take time to read our Lane Swim Etiquette.īy following these rules, we can keep everything flowing smoothly in each lane and improve everyone’s experience: Please take time to read our swimwear guidance document, available here.
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