Extra Life
About This Book
Extra Life (2021) examines the scientific and social advances that enabled global human life expectancy to increase twofold within a single century. Spanning continents from Ireland to Constantinople and innovations from seat belts to explosives, this narrative weaves together disparate threads into a compelling historical account.
Who Should Read This?
- People passionate about history who enjoy discovering overlooked stories from earlier eras
- Those fascinated by medical science and the evolution of human health practices
- Readers interested in understanding how past achievements can inform humanitarian efforts today
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