Obesity: The Biography
By Sander L. Gilman
- Release Date: 2010-05-13
- Genre: Medical
Description
Obesity is an important medical concern in today's society. In this fascinating account, Sander L. Gilman examines the perceptions and attitudes to obesity from classical times to the present day. Considering changing attitudes to the body and debates about whether obesity is a physiological or psychological problem, he explores its rich history.
