Der Schwimmer by John Henry Mackay
(12 User reviews)
2012
Mackay, John Henry, 1864-1933
German
"Der Schwimmer" by John Henry Mackay is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story introduces the protagonist, Franz Felder, a young boy from a poor family in Berlin who develops a deep love for swimming from an early age. As he navigates through his challenging childhood, swimming becomes both a source of joy and an escape from his ha...
on his early memories associated with water and how swimming feels as natural to him as walking. His family struggles to make ends meet, leaving him and his siblings largely to fend for themselves, which leads to adventures by the riverside as he explores and learns to swim. The narrative sets the stage for his journey, showing his passion for swimming and hinting at how this love might shape his life, especially as he faces the decisions and responsibilities that come with growing up in a challenging environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Dorothy Allen
4 months agoI didn't expect much, but the arguments are well-supported by credible references. I finished this feeling genuinely satisfied.
Oliver Gonzalez
2 months agoFrom start to finish, the structure supports both quick reading and deep study. A solid resource I will return to often.
Betty Martin
1 month agoI’ve read many books on this subject, and the storytelling feels authentic and emotionally grounded. Time very well spent.
Donald Moore
3 months agoThis is one of those books where the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. I have no regrets downloading this.
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Kenneth Torres
2 months agoWhile comparing similar resources, the style is confident yet approachable. I'm sending the link to all my friends.