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Never Satisfied charts the historical evolution of the United States’ obsession with weight loss. It examines the rise of dieting, the use of foundation garments to shape the body, and the influence of prominent nutritionists. The book also delves into the psychological motivations that underpin the modern quest for weight control.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Hillel Schwartz
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