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This explores the human body through the realms of dreams, myths, legends, and strange anecdotes. It examines bizarre cases, such as individuals with unusual appetites and mythological beliefs about the body, emphasizing the connection between the fictitious and our perceptions of corporeality. Through clinical records and cultural stories this tells how these fantastic tales reflect deep-seated human aspirations and emotions.

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  • $29.95
    • 288 pages (11.5 oz)
    • 5.5" x 8" x 1"
    • ISBN 9780262045889
    • Publisher: The MIT Press

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