Rivers of Reflection: The Connection Between Water and Humanity

This chapter delves into the significant influence of a key figure in open water swimming, examining how they transformed perceptions of water and its relationship with human experience. It discusses the rise of wild swimming in the UK, the implications of environmental degradation, and the emotional concept of 'solastalgia.' Additionally, the chapter advocates for granting legal rights to rivers, viewing them as living entities deserving recognition and protection in an era marked by ecological concerns.