Rowing
An Intimate Dive into Edwardian Rowing CultureBy R. C. Lehmann
Length7h 18m
About this audiobook
R. C. Lehmann's 'Rowing' emerges as a nuanced exploration of the psychology and philosophy behind the sport. Wrapping intricate reflections in elegant prose, this text delves into the physical and mental rigors of rowing, presenting it not merely as a sport but as a metaphor for resilience and personal growth. Lehmann navigates the literary waters between autobiography and philosophical treatise, engaging readers with vivid imagery and keen insights into the rhythms of both the rowing machine and the human spirit. Set against the backdrop of early 20th century England, the book captures a period when rowing began gaining prominence, influencing how it is perceived in contemporary sports culture. Lehmann, a passionate rower and an accomplished author, draws upon his extensive experiences both on and off the water. His dual roles as a participant and observer provide a unique lens through which we can examine the intersections of effort and endurance. Lehmann'Äôs background in literature and his personal affinity for the sport combine to shape a work that transcends its immediate subject matter, revealing broader truths about the human condition. Readers seeking to understand the deeper significance of physical endeavors will find 'Rowing' both enlightening and inspiring. It offers valuable perspectives not only for athletes and enthusiasts of rowing but also for anyone interested in the themes of perseverance, identity, and the artistry of movement. This book is a recommended addition for libraries and personal collections alike, enriching the dialogue on sport's role in shaping character.
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Length7 hrs 18 mins
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Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. INTRODUCTORY.: [Text representation of the Plate originally facing page 6.]
61QUALIFICATION RULES.
2CHAPTER II. FIRST LESSONS ON FIXED SEATS.
62The Grand Challenge Cup, For Eight Oars.
3CHAPTER III. FIRST LESSONS ON SLIDING SEATS.
63The Stewards' Challenge Cup, For Four Oars.
4CHAPTER IV. COMBINED OARSMANSHIP IN EIGHTS.
64The Ladies' Challenge Plate, For Eight Oars.
5Measurements of an Eight-oared Racing-Boat.
65The Visitors' Challenge Cup, For Four Oars.
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6Measurement of Oars.
66The Thames Challenge Cup, For Eight Oars.
7CHAPTER V. COMBINED OARSMANSHIP IN EIGHTS (continued).
67The Wyfold Challenge Cup, For Four Oars.
8Stroke.
68The Silver Goblets, For Pair Oars.
9No. 7.
69The Diamond Challenge Sculls, For Sculls.
10No. 6.
70GENERAL RULES.
11No. 5 and No. 4.
71Definition.
12No. 3 and No. 2.
72Eligibility.
13Bow.
73Entries.
14CHAPTER VI. COMBINED OARSMANSHIP IN EIGHTS (continued).
74Objections.
15How to arrange the Daily Work of an Eight.
75Course.
16Rate of Stroke.
76Stations.
17Paddling.
77Row over.
18How to work the Stroke up to Racing Pace.
78Heats.
19Practice in Starting.
79Clothing.
20The Necessity of being Exhausted.
80Coxswains.
21How to Judge a Man's Work in a Boat.
81Flag.
22The Value of Tub-pair Practice.
82Umpire.
23CHAPTER VII. OF AILMENTS—OF TRAINING AND DIET—OF STALENESS—OF DISCIPLINE—OF COACHING.
83Judge.
24Ailments.
84Prizes.
25Blisters.
85Committee.
26Boils.
86CONSTITUTION.
27Diarrhœa.
87LIST OF AFFILIATED CLUBS.
28Strains.
88RULES FOR REGATTAS.
29Colds.
89LAWS OF BOAT-RACING.
30Training and Diet.
90"Professional."
31Smoking.
91Non-amateurs.
32Staleness.
92Regatta. Junior Oarsmen and Scullers.
33Discipline.
93EXTRACTS FROM THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY BOAT CLUB.
34The Coach.
94LAWS OF THE CLUB.
35CHAPTER VIII. OF THE RACE-DAY—OF THE RACE—OF THE NECESSITY OF HAVING A BUTT—OF LEISURE TIME—OF AQUATIC AXIOMS.
95REGULATIONS FOR BOAT-RACING.
36The Day of the Race.
96LENT TERM RACES AND TIME RACES.
37The Race.
97RULES FOR THE UNIVERSITY CLINKER FOURS.
38The Necessity of Having a Butt.
98LAWS OF THE MAGDALENE SILVER PAIR-OARS AND UNIVERSITY PRESENTATION CUPS.
39Leisure Time.
99REGULATIONS OF THE "COLQUHOUN SILVER SCULLS."
40Aquatic Axioms.
100EXTRACTS FROM THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE OXFORD UNIVERSITY BOAT CLUB.
41CHAPTER IX. FOUR-OARS AND PAIR-OARS—SWIVEL ROWLOCKS.
101GENERAL RULES.
42Pair Oars.
102RULES FOR RACES.
43Swivel Rowlocks.
103THE EIGHTS AND TORPIDS.
44Measurements of Racing Four built by J. H. Clasper.
104TORPID RACES—SPECIAL RULES.
45Measurements of Oars used.
105FOUR-OAR CHALLENGE CUP.
46Measurement of a Pair Oar built by Sims, of Putney.
106CLINKER FOURS RACE.
47CHAPTER X. SCULLING.
107RULES FOR THE UNIVERSITY TRIAL EIGHT RACE.
48CHAPTER XI. STEERING.
108NEW & RECENT BOOKS PUBLISHED BY A. D. INNES & COMPANY BEDFORD ST. MDCCCXCVII.
49CHAPTER XII. COLLEGE ROWING AT OXFORD.
109DRAWING-ROOM PLAYS FOR CHILDREN.
50CHAPTER XIII. COLLEGE ROWING AT CAMBRIDGE.
110NEW BOOKS PUBLISHED BY A. D. INNES & CO.
51CHAPTER XIV. ROWING AT ETON COLLEGE.
111HISTORY, BIOGRAPHY, ETC.
52CHAPTER XV. AUSTRALIAN ROWING.
112RECENT WORKS OF HISTORY, ETC.
53Public School Rowing.
113NEW AND RECENT BELLES LETTRES.
54University Rowing.
114RECENT BOOKS OF TRAVEL.
55Boatbuilding in Australia.
115Theological and Devotional Works.
56Times.
116NEW AND RECENT VERSE.
57CHAPTER XVI. ROWING IN AMERICA.
117The Isthmian Library.
58CHAPTER XVII. A RECENT CONTROVERSY: ARE ATHLETES HEALTHY?—MR. SANDOW'S VIEWS ON THE TRAINING OF OARSMEN.
118New One-Volume Novels.
59APPENDIX.
119RECENT POPULAR 6s. NOVELS.
60HENLEY ROYAL REGATTA.
120SCARLET NOVELS.: ANTHONY HOPE'S SOCIETY NOVELS.
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