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Meghan Crnic
Historian and author of The Beach Cure: A History of Healing on Northeastern Shores (University of Washington Press, 2025), researching historical intersections of environment and health.
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Meghan Crnic, "The Beach Cure: A History of Healing on Northeastern Shores" (U Washington Press, 2025)
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Meghan Crnic, a historian and author, dives into the fascinating world of coastal healing in her book, exploring how northeastern shores became therapeutic destinations in the late 19th century. She discusses how doctors prescribed beach time for ailments like tuberculosis and the transformation of seaside towns into health havens. Crnic also examines the interplay between nature and health beliefs, the role of working-class families in this cultural shift, and the resurgence of interest in nature's healing powers today.
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