Part 1: The Body Through The Ages
Body Electric
Evolution of Human Biology Through Labor Practices
The chapter explores the profound impact of changes in human labor practices on the evolution of our bodies, comparing bone density between modern humans and hunter-gatherers. It discusses the shift towards efficiency starting from the agricultural revolution, the effects of urbanization and industrialization on physical health, and the evolution of cleaning processes from manual labor to modern appliances.
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