The Story of Shit - Couverture souple

Dekkers, Midas

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1925355179 ISBN 13 : 9781925355178

Editeur : The Text Publishing Company, 2018

Synopsis

A wonderfully wry, erudite and altogether charming investigation into the most rarely discussed of bodily functions…

We are very discreet. We disappear into a small room, perform the task, flush, wash and reappear as if nothing happened. Of course, hygiene is necessary, some bacteria, if re-ingested, can cause very serious problems - and unpleasant aromas are best kept at bay.

But in all this hygienic discretion have we lost touch with an integral part of ourselves - something as much a part of living as breathing, eating and sleeping? Something enriching, creative and even enjoyable.

Dutch biologist Midas Dekkers presents a personal, cultural, scientific, historical and environmental account of poo, from the digestive process and the fascinating workings of the gut, to the act itself and toilet etiquette. With irreverent humour and a compelling narrative style, Dekkers brings a refreshing, entertaining and illuminating perspective to a once-taboo subject.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Midas Dekkers is a bestselling Dutch writer and biologist. His books include Physical Exercise (2006), The Way of All Flesh (Harvill Press, 200), Dearest Pet (Verso, 1994) and The Larva (2002).

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: The Text Publishing Company
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1925355179
• ISBN 13: 9781925355178
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 400
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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