"Waterland" is a novel written by British author Graham Swift, published in 1983. The story is set in the Fens, a low-lying area in eastern England, and explores themes of history, storytelling, and the relationship between people and their environment. The narrative intertwines personal and historical events, reflecting on the impact of the past on the present. The protagonist, Tom Crick, is a history teacher who uses his own life experiences and the history of the Fens to engage his students. The novel delves into the complexities of memory and the significance of water as both a physical and metaphorical element in shaping human lives and histories.