Swimming and Life Saving

New York, New York: Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, 1920. Very good. Some toning, dust soiling, stain to upper cover.. A booklet on swimming and life saving by the Met Life Insurance Company, as means of promoting exercise and physical education to the general public. Describes different swimming strokes, how to breathe, tread water, and dive; also outlines basic life saving measures promoted by the Red Cross, resuscitation and basic water safety. Includes illustrations of swimmers throughout showing the various strokes and life saving techniques. Life saving approaches include - Approach from Behind, Underwater approach, Surface Approach, Cross-Chest Carry and Tired Swimmer's Carry. Plus, Release Methods including Front Strong Hold and Double Grip on One Wrist

Single vol. (7.75" by 5.25"), pp. 24, illus., stapled in original illus. wrps. The Metropolitan Life Insurance Company published dozens of public health booklets, offering advice on subjects ranging from healthy eating to the importance of vaccinating children against common diseases and safe teen driving.

And remember...Don't swim for at least two hours after eating a hearty meal.