Praise for A Life Well Swum
“He writes passionately about the cold and fatigue, but also most inspirationally, about the friendships that he has made and key decisions that he made along the way.”
Steve Munatones, Founder Openwaterpedia, Daily News of Open Water Swimming, Oceans Seven
What readers are saying about A Life Well Swum
“Warm, honest and beautifully human, A Life Well Swum is not just a book for serious swimmers. It is a story about rediscovering purpose, challenging ourselves about what is humanly possible, and embracing adventure at any stage of life.”
Mark Christie, author and open-water swimmer, Amazon UK review
“I have read many books on long distance swimming, but this one stood out... Graeme’s high self efficacy that you need in this sport, yet with a huge amount of humility... was extremely refreshing!”
Amazon UK reviewer
“While the swimming achievements are extraordinary, what I found most interesting was the story behind them: the commitment, setbacks, family support and determination required to keep going when success was far from guaranteed.”
Tim Le Gallais, Amazon UK review
“This is a compelling life-affirming story... It’s about comradeship, trust, teamwork, intense planning and preparation, about the will to succeed even through sickness, pain, and injuries.”
Jack Renouf, author, Amazon UK review
“People like Graeme and the swimmers and supporters described in his book are what make the long distance swimming community such a special community. Loved the section called ‘What the Sea Taught Me’ in particular... Some wise words.”
Martyn Webster, long-distance swimmer, Amazon UK review
Finished this book in two sittings...I have read many books on long distance swimming, but this one stood out.
J L Durrant, Amazon UK review
“What an interesting and fabulous story. It was so fascinating and also inspiring. Completely relatable to life and circumstances. Didn’t want to put it down.”
Fay De Gruchy, Amazon UK review
“It’s about finding long distance swimming and suddenly belonging somewhere... swimming will bring you together from all over the world... you find a sense of belonging in the sea.”
Nicki Brown, Facebook comment