Chris Shilling

The Body: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

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ISBN 13:: 9780198739036
author:: Chris Shilling
format:: Paperback
publisher:: OUP Oxford
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2016
Pages:: 144
Dimensions:: 17 x 0.8 x 10.9 cm
Genre:: Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Anthropology, Chris Shilling,The Body: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions),OUP Oxford,0198739036,Popular Culture & Media: General Interest,Life Sciences - Human Anatomy & Physiology,Sc
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The Body: A Very Short Introduction by Chris Shilling Our understanding of the human body has long been shaped by traditional Western traditions that prioritize the mind over the physical form. However, recent studies have revealed how social, cultural and material contexts influence our perception of ourselves and our bodies. This book explores how these factors shape our awareness and interactions with the world around us. From cosmetic surgery to the commodification of body parts, Chris Shilling examines the complex relationships between our physical being and the societies we live in. He reveals how governments, technology and culture all play a role in shaping our perceptions of the body, and how this has significant implications for contemporary society. By challenging traditional notions of the body as the defining aspect of human identity, Shilling provides a compelling account of why the way we think about bodies matters. This book is a thought-provoking exploration of the complex issues surrounding the human body in modern times.

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