The Material Body: Embodiment, History and Archaeology in Industrialising England, 1700-1850

This volume explores the possibilities of studying embodied subjects in the past through the sources and approaches of archaeology, history, and material culture studies. It combines archaeological and historical data to reconstruct embodied experiences and represents the first collection of collaborative scholarship by historians and archaeologists.

Format: Hardback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 20 February 2024
Publisher: Manchester University Press

This expansive volume delves into the rich tapestry of exploring embodied subjects in the past through the lenses of archaeology, history, and material culture studies. Drawing upon an extensive array of human remains, material culture, and documentary evidence spanning the period from 1700 to 1850, it examines the multifaceted themes of gender, rank, age, disability, and maternity. Each chapter takes a deep dive into the lived experiences of the material body, bringing together disciplines that are united by their shared fascination with the material or embodied turn. By seamlessly integrating archaeological and historical data, the volume emerges as a groundbreaking testament to collaborative scholarship, where historians and archaeologists join forces to reconstruct the rich tapestry of embodied experiences from the past. This groundbreaking work represents a significant milestone in our understanding of the human experience, offering a profound and multifaceted perspective that sheds light on the complexities and nuances of our shared history.

Weight: 552g
Dimension: 164 x 241 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526152787