Comparing Katie Ledecky's Just Add Water and Becca Mann's Outside the Lanes

Comparing Katie Ledecky's Just Add Water and Becca Mann's Outside the Lanes

Swimming is more than just a sport—it’s a way of life, a test of endurance, and often a deeply personal journey. Books about swimming offer a glimpse into the mental, physical, and emotional landscapes of elite athletes. Two recent memoirs, Katie Ledecky’s “Just Add Water” and Becca Mann’s “Outside the Lanes,” showcase contrasting storytelling styles and offer unique insights into the lives of these elite swimmers. These books are notable not on…