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Rebecca M. Herzig
Rebecca M. Herzig is a historian of science who writes about the intersection of technology and the human body. She is best known for Plucked, a social history of hair removal in America. Her work
Suffering for science
Synopsis
This book explores the historical and social dimensions of science and the human body in 19th-century United States. It delves into how scientific understanding and societal views shaped experiences related to the body during this period. The work examines the intersection of scientific inquiry, social norms, and individual experiences within a historical context.
