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Routledge - Hollywood and the Rise of Physical Culture Book

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Explore the fascinating connection between American cinema and the evolution of physical culture in this scholarly work from Routledge. Part of the Studies in American Popular History and Culture series, this book investigates how Hollywood influenced lifestyle trends like dieting and muscle-building. By using the American reducing craze of the 1920s as a primary case study, the text examines how film shaped public perceptions of the body. It provides a detailed look at the relationship between the movie industry and the rise of various physical activities and health trends. This is an essential resource for readers interested in film history, American culture, and the social impact of media on personal habits.

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Examines the historical relationship between cinema and physical culture activities like muscle-building.

Provides a detailed case study on the American reducing craze during the 1920s.

Part of the Studies in American Popular History and Culture academic series.

Analyzes how Hollywood influenced social trends regarding dieting and body image.

Offers academic insights into the connection between film and lifestyle habits.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
24 September 2003
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08 February 2007

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