Fat : a cultural history of the stuff of life
Forth, Christopher E.2019
Book
Fat. Such a little word evokes big responses. While 'fat' describes the size and shape of bodies - their appearance - our negative reactions to corpulence also depend on something tangible and tactile. As this book argues, there is more to fat than meets the eye. This title offers reflections on how fat has been perceived and imagined in the West since antiquity. Featuring fascinating historical accounts as well as philosophical, religious, and cultural analyses - including discussions of status, gender, and race - the book digs deep into the past for the roots of our current notions and prejudices.
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swinton Library | Adult Non Fiction | 306.4613 FORHardback | On loan - Due: 17 Mar 2026 |
Main title:
Fat : a cultural history of the stuff of life / Christopher E. Forth.
Author:
Forth, Christopher E., author
Imprint:
London : Reaktion Books, 2019.
Collation:
358 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 24 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781789140620 (hbk)
Dewey class:
306.4613
Language:
English
BRN:
2786062