The Deepest Sense (Studies in Sensory History) by Constance Classen

The Deepest Sense (Studies in Sensory History)

Constance Classen

296 pages first pub 2012 (editions)

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The Deepest Sense (Studies in Sensory History) by Constance Classen is a captivating read for anyone who craves a richly nuanced understanding of the intricate ways in which touch has shaped Western culture, from the medieval era to modernity, and is eager to explore the intimate and sensuous connections that have defined human experience throughout history.

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From the softest caress to the harshest blow, touch lies at the heart of our experience of the world. Now, for the first time, this deepest of senses is the subject of an extensive historical exploration. The Deepest Sense: A Cultural History of T...

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