{"product_id":"9788417952679","title":"Off on the Right Foot, and Other Stories","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNotes on a Good Footing, and Other Tales\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA unique work that combines scientific rigor with humanistic curiosity to explore an often-forgotten part of the body: the feet. Written by podiatry specialists, this book offers a fascinating journey ranging from the evolution of the human foot and the history of footwear to its presence in cinema, literature, and eroticism. The reader will discover anecdotes about famous people with foot impairments, the relationship between the foot and sports, and Spanish proverbs, transforming an everyday topic into a cultural and educational journey of great value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is presented as a miscellany of essays and short stories that address the foot from multiple perspectives. Throughout its pages, the reader will find analyses on the anatomical evolution of the human foot and its importance as a support for the body, along with research into the history of footwear throughout civilizations. The book also explores the representation of the foot in the seventh art, its symbolic weight in eroticism and literature, and its presence in popular culture through Spanish proverbs. It includes sections dedicated to historical figures with podiatric conditions and the relationship between footwear, the foot, and sports practice, offering a comprehensive vision that connects health with the humanities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Topics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAnatomy and evolution of the human foot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistory and evolution of footwear through time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe foot in popular culture: cinema, literature, and Spanish proverbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFamous historical figures with foot pathologies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRelationship between the foot, eroticism, and cultural identity (such as the hippie foot).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePodiatry applied to sports and footwear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at podiatry and chiropody professionals looking for a humanistic perspective on their field, as well as readers interested in health, the history of medicine, and cultural outreach. It will also appeal to those who enjoy essays that combine science, anecdotes, and curiosities about everyday aspects of the human body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book contributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA multidisciplinary vision that enriches knowledge about a fundamental and little-discussed part of the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eQuality educational content that connects podiatric science with the arts and humanities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAnecdotes and historical data that make the reading enjoyable and surprising.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn original approach that allows the reader to appreciate the importance of the feet beyond their physiological function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Viladot Pericé, Ramón\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Punto Rojo Libros, S.L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: LITERARY ESSAYS, PODIATRY AND CHIROPODY\/PODIATRY, HEALTH AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: PUNTO ROJO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDate of publication: October 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 516\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1659 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn original and unconventional editorial proposal that manages to bridge the gap between medical specialization and the cultural essay. Its extensive content, organized into independent stories, allows for fragmented or continuous reading. Although its weight and volume make it a reference book rather than a pocketbook, the diversity of topics covered makes it recommended both for professionals in the sector and for curious individuals who wish to discover the history and curiosities hidden in our feet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PUNTO ROJO EDITORIAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406852219227,"sku":"9788417952679","price":45.43,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841795267.jpg?v=1781842426","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788417952679","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}