Eating to excess the meaning of gluttony and the fat body in the ancient world / Susan E. Hill.

Author/creator Hill, Susan E.
Format Electronic
Publication InfoSanta Barbara, Calif. : Praeger,
Descriptionxiv, 178 p. : ill., map ; 25 cm.
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SeriesPraeger series on the ancient world
Abstract "This provocative book explores how ancient notions about the fat body and the glutton in western culture both challenge and confirm ideas about what it means to be overweight and gluttonous today"--Provided by publisher.
Abstract "This book is about Eating to Excess - The Meaning of Gluttony and the Fat Body in the Ancient World"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2011021511
ISBN9780313385063 (hardback)
ISBN0313385068 (hardback)

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