How Long to Read American Health and Wellness in Archaeology and History

How Long Does it Take to Read American Health and Wellness in Archaeology and History?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 55 minutes to read American Health and Wellness in Archaeology and History by Dale L. Hutchinson

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

In this book, Dale Hutchinson traces the history of American health care and well-being from the colonial era to the present, drawing on evidence from material culture and historical documents to offer insights into the long-standing tension between traditional and institutionalized cures, as well as the emergence of the country’s unique brand of medical consumerism. Hutchinson outlines three major trends that have influenced the course of American medicine—the convergence of different ancestral traditions, the formalization of the medical industry, and the rise of individual choice. He discusses how health challenges in the emergent nation led to increased numbers of health care specialists, and how in turn the developing prestige and lucrative nature of the medical profession caused widespread public distrust. Depicting the Civil War as a turning point in attitudes about health, Hutchinson demonstrates how sanitation and hygiene became important emphases of domestic life in the postbellum period. He also describes subsequent trends in self-care. Throughout, Hutchinson incorporates lessons learned from artifacts such as medical tools and the packaging of tonics, pills, salves, and other curatives. Looking back on this history from the perspective of the contemporary landscape of health care and wellness in the United States, Hutchinson points out that weaknesses in the system that became apparent amid the COVID-19 pandemic were the result of changes that have been unfolding since the founding of the nation.

How long is American Health and Wellness in Archaeology and History?

American Health and Wellness in Archaeology and History by Dale L. Hutchinson is 233 pages long, and a total of 58,949 words.

This makes it 79% the length of the average book. It also has 72% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read American Health and Wellness in Archaeology and History Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 22 minutes to read American Health and Wellness in Archaeology and History aloud.

What Reading Level is American Health and Wellness in Archaeology and History?

American Health and Wellness in Archaeology and History is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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