Fasting Girls

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Exploring the phenomenon of fasting as a means of spiritual and physical purification, this work delves into the lives of women who practiced extreme fasting. It examines the psychological and societal implications of their choices, as well as the medical perspectives of the time. The author, William A. Hammond, provides insights into the motivations behind these practices and the impact on women's health and well-being, presenting a unique intersection of psychology, medicine, and gender studies in the 19th century.