The Beach
Narrated by Nadia May
- Released
- November 19, 2009
- Length
- 13 hrs 7 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Blackstone Audio, Inc.
This audiobook explores the full story of the seashore, tracing its natural and social history from ancient myths and fears to its modern role as a popular retreat. Lencek and Bosker examine how perceptions of the beach have evolved over centuries, highlighting its significance in areas like health, fashion, and recreation. The narrative offers an elegant overview of the seaside's transformation into a central hub of leisure and pleasure.
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