"Highly original and innovative within the fields of Spanish and Mediterranean anthropology . . . easy to follow, fascinating, and convincing." --William A. Douglass, University of Nevada, Reno "Important for anthropologists because it clearly demonstrates the extent to which nutritional deficiencies, which go unnoticed by many investigators, can affect the entire social fabric of the local group. . . . Very enjoyable to read." --Darna L. Dufour, University of Colorado

Renate Lellep Fernandez is a biocultural anthropologist. An independent scholar, writer, and consultant, she has published in books and professional journals both in the United Sates and abroad.