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Health, Work, And Play

Health, Work, And Play

Henry Wentworth Acland

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
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9781104174873
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''Health, Work, and Play: Suggestions'' is a book written by Henry Wentworth Acland and published in 1856. The book is a collection of essays and lectures on the topics of health, work, and play, and provides practical suggestions for living a healthy and fulfilling life. Acland was a prominent physician and educator in 19th century England, and his book reflects his belief in the importance of a balanced approach to life. The book covers a range of topics, including exercise, diet, sleep, hygiene, mental health, and the benefits of leisure activities. Acland’s writing is clear and accessible, and his advice is still relevant today. ''Health, Work, and Play: Suggestions'' is a valuable resource for anyone interested in improving their health and well-being.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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