Luxurious Bathing by Andrew White Tuer
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"Luxurious Bathing" by Andrew White Tuer is a guide on the practices and benefits of bathing, produced during the late 19th century. This publication emphasizes the importance of bath rituals, especially the 'Soap-bath,' highlighting its restorative and health-promoting properties. The book serves as both a treatise and a practical manual for achieving optimal bathing experiences. The content primarily focuses on the various methods of bathing and their benefits, particularly advocating for the
use of hot water and soap. Tuer discusses the advantages of the Soap-bath, which he claims is both beneficial for health and a source of joy and luxury. He argues that this method can invigorate even the weakest constitutions while promoting cleanliness. The text includes detailed instructions on proper bathing techniques, the importance of temperature control, and the psychological and physical benefits of engaging in bathing as a daily ritual. Tuer also contrasts different bathing methods, such as sponge and sea baths, while encouraging readers to properly care for their bathing equipment to enhance the experience. Overall, the book presents bathing as an essential aspect of personal hygiene and well-being, transforming a routine task into an indulgent experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Tuer, Andrew White, 1838-1900 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Ellis, Tristram J., 1844-1922 |
| Title | Luxurious Bathing |
| Credits |
Produced by Richard Tonsing, Chris Curnow, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 45.2 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | RA: Medicine: Public aspects of medicine |
| Subject | Baths |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62531 |
| Release Date | Jun 30, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 266 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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