Chapter Overview
“Deep Water” is William Douglas’s powerful autobiographical account of his accidental near-drowning experience and the intense fear that plagued him afterward. The narrative traces his struggle with panic when near water, and his eventual conquest of this childhood trauma as he learns to swim later in life—symbolizing courage, healing, and determination.
Important Keywords
- Memoir: Personal narrative recounting past events.
- Phobia: An irrational, persistent fear (fear of water).
- Panic: Sudden overwhelming fear response.
- Self-belief: Confidence in one’s abilities.
- Triumph: Victory over personal challenges.
- Resilience: Strength to recover from adversity.
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