Discover the fascinating history of how the human body became a symbol of success and achievement in Jürgen Martschukat's "The Age of Fitness." This hardcover book, published by Polity Press in 2021, delves into the psychology and sociology behind our obsession with physical fitness.

From the United Kingdom to the United States, Martschukat examines how the body has become a marker of status and identity in modern society. With 220 pages filled with insights and analysis, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of culture and human anatomy.