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Henry S. Tanner before the start of his 40-day fast at Clarendon Hall, New York City. Photograph by Herr & Co., 1880.

Henry S. Tanner after 14 days of his 40-day fast at Clarendon Hall, New York City. Photograph, 1880.

Henry S. Tanner at the end of his 40-day fast at Clarendon Hall, New York City. Photograph by G.E. Hogg, 1880.

Henry S. Tanner after 21 days of his 40-day fast at Clarendon Hall, New York City. Photograph, 1880.

Damaging the body : mini documentaries.

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Damaging the body : mini documentaries.

Henry S. Tanner after 21 days of his 40-day fast at Clarendon Hall, New York City. Photograph, 1880.

Henry S. Tanner at the end of his 40-day fast at Clarendon Hall, New York City. Photograph by G.E. Hogg, 1880.

Henry S. Tanner before the start of his 40-day fast at Clarendon Hall, New York City. Photograph by Herr & Co., 1880.

Henry S. Tanner after 14 days of his 40-day fast at Clarendon Hall, New York City. Photograph, 1880.