Rituals of Swimming

Main Ideas

• Exploration of human nature and social hierarchies through the lens of a sea voyage.
• The theme of transition and transformation, both physical and spiritual, through rites of passage.
• Conflict between civilization and barbarism, manifested in the characters' behavior.
• Moral and ethical dilemmas faced by the characters in isolation.
• Critique of class differences and social inequality, reflected in the relationships between passengers and crew.
• The influence of power and authority on individuals and society.
• Psychological exploration of fear and its impact on people in extreme conditions.