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The book highlights the significance of health reform campaigns, arguing that they are not just passing trends but rather ideologies intertwined with religious beliefs, scientific concepts, and elements of popular culture. Professor Whorton explores the historical context and the multifaceted nature of these campaigns, shedding light on their enduring impact and the reasons behind their scholarly neglect.
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Crusaders for Fitness, James C. Whorton
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- 2014
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- Title
- Crusaders for Fitness
- Subtitle
- The History of American Health Reformers
- Language
- English
- Authors
- James C. Whorton
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Publisher
- 2014
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 382
- ISBN13
- 9780691614236
- Category
- Health / Medicine
- Description
- The book highlights the significance of health reform campaigns, arguing that they are not just passing trends but rather ideologies intertwined with religious beliefs, scientific concepts, and elements of popular culture. Professor Whorton explores the historical context and the multifaceted nature of these campaigns, shedding light on their enduring impact and the reasons behind their scholarly neglect.