Lido book

The lido had a grand beginning after the buttoned-up Victorian era, saw its popularity decline after the war, and is undergoing a 21st century renaissance with a newfound appreciation for outdoor swimming. This book celebrates the very best outdoor pools around the world, such as the Icebergs Pool on Bondi Beach, the restored art deco pool in Saltdean, and the extraordinary pool at the Zollverein Coal Mine. It also explores lost lidos, fascinating architecture, swimming pools in art, and the role of lidos as social levellers.