International Waters

Chris Baker

In International Waters Chris Baker, author of the much-loved Swimming Sydney, goes global as he dives into incredible swimming spots from Halong Bay, Vietnam and Berlin’s Badeschiff to sink holes in Mexico and the nude winter solstice swim in Hobart.

In this playful, informative and reflective book, Baker explores the overlap between swimming and travelling and how both are avenues for pleasure, for reflection, for discovery and for attaining a better understanding of ourselves, each other and the world. He also reflects on the relationship between swimming and pop culture; the impacts of tourism and fishing on the marine environment; the power of water to heal, connect and reconcile; coastal conquest, colonisation and self-determination, and the psychological, emotional and spiritual benefits and sensual delights of swimming.

Release: Oct-2027

ISBN: 9781761170270

RRP (AUD): $34.99

Pages: 256

Format: Paperback & ebook

Chris Baker is a lifelong swimmer, educator and writer, who was born and raised in Sydney. He has spent much of his professional life overseas, living and working in Vancouver, Prague, Hong Kong and Berlin.