Anxious Anatomy

The Conception of the Human Form in Literary and Naturalist Discourse

Autori

• Stefani Engelstein

Parametri

• 340 pagine
• 12 ore di lettura

• Filosofia

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Focusing on the intersection of literature and science, this book explores how the body was represented and understood in late eighteenth- and early nineteenth-century Europe. It delves into the cultural and intellectual shifts of the period, highlighting the evolving perceptions of the human body and its implications in both artistic and scientific contexts. Through detailed analysis, it reveals the significant impact of these representations on contemporary thought and societal attitudes towards the body.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2009

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