Height, Health and History

Discover the intriguing relationship between nutrition and historical living conditions in "Height, Health and History," authored by a team of experts and published by Cambridge University Press in 1990. This hardback edition spans 380 pages and delves into the often-overlooked role of nutrition in shaping the lives of ordinary people throughout history. While nutrition remains a challenging aspect to quantify, it has been identified as a crucial factor influencing the declining mortality rates of the nineteenth century. This book explores how disparities in nutrition have contributed to the significant gap in living standards, morbidity, and mortality between the wealthy and the impoverished. Perfect for historians, health enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the intersection of diet and social conditions, this comprehensive work invites readers to rethink the impact of nutrition on societal health and development.