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Fitzcarraldo Editions Perfection
Book SynopsisMillennial expat couple Anna and Tom are living the dream in Berlin, in a bright, plant-filled apartment in Neukölln. They are young digital creatives, freelancers without too many constraints. They have a passion for food, progressive politics, sexual experimentation and Berlin's twenty-four-hour party scene. Their ideal existence is also that of an entire generation, lived out on Instagram, but outside the images they create for themselves, dissatisfaction and ennui burgeon. Their work as graphic designers becomes repetitive. Friends move back home, have children, grow up. An attempt at political activism during the refugee crisis proves fruitless. And in that picture-perfect life Anna and Tom feel increasingly trapped, yearning for an authenticity and a sense of purpose that seem perennially just out of their grasp. With the stylistic mastery of Georges Perec and nihilism of Michel Houellebecq,Perfection, translated by Sophie Hughes, is a sociological novel about the emptiness of contemporary existence, beautifully written, brilliantly scathing.
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New York Review Books Perfection
Book SynopsisA scathing, provocative novel about contemporary existence by a rising star in Italian literature.One of Europe’s most talented young writers, Latronico has written the great Berlin novel we’ve all been waiting for. —Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker staff journalistAnna and Tom, an expat couple, have fashioned a dream life for themselves in Berlin. They are young digital creatives exploring the excitements of the city, freelancers without too many constraints, who spend their free time cultivating house plants and their images online. At first, they reasonably deduce that they've turned their passion for aesthetics into a viable, even enviable career, but the years go by, and Anna and Tom grow bored. As their friends move back home or move on, so their own work and sex life— and the life of Berlin itself— begin to lose their luster. An attempt to put their politics into action fizzles in embarrassed self-doubt. Edging closer to forty, they try living as digital nomads only to discover that, wherever they go, the brand of oat milk in their flat whites was the same. Perfection — Vincenzo Latronico's first book to be translated into English — is a scathing novel about contemporary existence, a tale of two people gradually waking up to find themselces in various traps, wonddering how it all came to be. Was it a lack of forsight, or were they just born too late?
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Yale University Press Perfection
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Goose Lane Editions Perfection
Book SynopsisPatrick Warner''s Perfection the follow-up to his award-winning Mole makes a carnival of our most potent and dangerous obsessions. A factory outlet sells designer human parts at cut-rate prices, a midlife crisis becomes a cleansing ritual, a chocolate-chip pancake stands accused at trial, and the predatory voice of anorexia speaks to a transfixed audience. In descending the rabbit hole of this wildly imaginative collection, we find ourselves amid a field of engagement where destructive ideals of beauty, politics, art, romantic love, and spirituality are ambushed by roguish parody, acerbic satire, life-affirming laughter, and a hard-won pragmatism. And while Warner''s trademark playfulness and formal ingenuity remain intact, his classic arms-length objectivity gives ground to a private and autobiographical directness of style often evaded in his earlier work. In Perfection, where death is certain and certainty is hell-bent on death, Warner refuses to rest on his laurels, continuing to build on his reputation as one of the most respected voices in Canadian poetry.
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Baylor University Press Perfection
Book SynopsisIn a masterful survey of the history of the idea of human perfection, prize-winning author and noted rhetorician Michael Hyde leads a fascinating excursion through Western philosophy, religion, science, and art. This book is nothing short of a triumphant examination of why we humans are challenged to live a life of significant insignificance.Trade ReviewHyde (communication ethics, Wake Forest Univ.) argues that humans "embody a metaphysical desire for perfection," and he aims to show this by reviewing the pertinent thinking of a very large number of writers, from ancient history to the present, in philosophy, religion, science, and the arts--in a sense, the entire "Western canon." His review of the pertinent thinking of the included writers is interesting, engaging, and informative in a way that draws the reader in. To flesh out his inquiry, Hyde goes into detail in two "case studies" that illustrate the metaphysical desire for perfection: "The Rhetorical Situation of Terri Schiavo" and the recent motion picture As Good as It Gets. VERDICT This book should be of interest to a large readership from scholars to lay readers; highly recommended for philosophy and cultural studies collections in most libraries. -- Library Journal, 2010Table of Contents Preface Chapter 1: Coming to Terms with Perfection Chapter 2: God on a Good Day Chapter 3: Interpreting the Call Chapter 4: The Otherness All Around Us Chapter 5: Reason Chapter 6: Beauty Chapter 7: The Lived Body Chapter 8: The Good Life, the Good Death Chapter 9: The Biotechnology Debate Chapter 10: On Being an Oxymoron Notes Index
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Perfect
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Brepols N.V. Perfection: The Essence of Art and Architecture
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HarperCollins Publishers Perfect
Book SynopsisThe thrilling, shocking and romantic sequel to the bestselling YA debut Flawed, by international bestseller Cecelia Ahern.I'm Flawed. But I'm a survivor. And I'm not about to give up. Celestine North lives in a society that demands perfection. After she was branded Flawed, her life has fractured completely.Since Judge Crevan declared Celestine the number-one threat to the public, she has been on the run with the complicated Carrick, the only person she can trust.But Celestine has a secret one that could bring the entire Flawed system crumbling to the ground. Now she must make a choice: save only herself, or risk her life to save all the FLAWEDThe breathtaking conclusion to the bestselling YA story from international phenomenon Cecelia Ahern.
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HarperCollins The Perfection Point
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Hardie Grant Children's Publishing Perfect
Book SynopsisOn a perfect day, the hours stretch endlessly ahead. Scribbling with chalk, running with kites, digging for shells ... paddling, climbing, dreaming. Hour unfolds upon hour, with reassuring comfort and sleep beckoning at the end. CBCA shortlisted author, Danny Parker captures the simplicity, spontaneity and freedom of an idyllic childhood. Kate Greenaway and multiple CBCA winner Freya Blackwood’s paintings of three children roaming a rolling beachside idyll capture the light—and even the smell and feel—of a perfect summer day. Perfect is balm for the soul.
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Transworld Publishers Ltd Perfect
Book SynopsisSummer, 1972: In the claustrophobic heat, eleven-year-old Byron and his friend begin 'Operation Perfect', a hapless mission to rescue Byron's mother from impending crisis. Winter, present day: As frost creeps across the moor, Jim cleans tables in the local cafe, a solitary figure struggling with OCD.Trade ReviewA near-flawless novel of emotional truth. Joyce executes this story with precision and flair... Its unputdownable factor lies in its exploration of so many multilayered emotions... It is her clever did-I-read-that-right twist at the end that really got to me and had me scrabbling back through the chapters, open-mouthed. * Evening Standard *The power of Joyce's prose lies in small, astute observations... [her] subtle touches give the book an intense, slightly mesmeric feel. Tense and engrossing... readers who loved The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry will not be disappointed. * Sunday Times *Joyce's faith in the essential goodness of humanity and her observation of the comedy in the everyday shine through... This is a darker, more complex novel than Joyce's first but readers will find other points of comparison. Not least a twist that few will see coming and will leave you reeling; and a redemptive ending that is perhaps the sweeter given all the pain that goes before. An instant classic, Perfect confirms Rachel Joyce as a major new British literary voice. * Daily Express *Diana herself is faultless. She is to Perfect what Harold Fry was to [The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry]: a fully rounded hero, someone to fall in love with and argue about, cherish and admonish, as though she were real... If only there were more novelists like Rachel Joyce * Telegraph *What’s right with it? You’ll fall in love with the characters. They’re kind, anxious, flawed, funny and wonderful. Also, knowing that the two stories will have to meet builds a wonderful sense of tension. What’s wrong with it? Nothing. It’s brilliant. Even the fact that Byron is convinced that scientists tried to slip an extra two seconds into time is a wonderful hook for all the decisions he goes on to make. Verdict: Uplifting, engaging, sad and funny. A perfect follow-up to The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry. * Heat magazine's #1 book to be reading right now (July) *
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Graffeg Limited Perfect
Book SynopsisIn Perfect, a young boy learns to accept that his baby sister has a disability but that she is still perfect in every way. The story, written from the perspective of the boy, is suffused with natural imagery and is an ideal tool for discussing the subject of disability with children, alongside stunning illustrations by Cathy Fisher.
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Zolag The Perfections
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Cornerstone The Perfection Trap
Book SynopsisThomas Curran is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science at the London School of Economics. Perfectionism is his primary area of expertise. He has written for the Harvard Business Review, and his work has been covered by publications including the Guardian, Telegraph, and Ariana Huffington's 'Thrive Global' campaign. In 2018, he gave a TEDMED talk entitled 'Our Dangerous Obsession with Perfectionism is Getting Worse'.
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Graffeg Limited Perfect
Book Synopsis Perfectis a story of anticipation, disappointment, acceptance, and, ultimately, love. Suffused with natural imagery,Perfectis an ideal waytoopen up the subject of disability with children, as well as being a great story in its own right. This beautifully illustrated, truly remarkable book is guaranteed to bring a lump to the throat.
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Goose Lane Editions Perfecting
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Cosimo Classics The Way of Perfection
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HardPress Publishing Scripture Doctrine of Christian Perfection
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Oxford University Press The Six Perfections
Book SynopsisHere is a lucid, accessible, and inspiring guide to the six perfections--Buddhist teachings about six dimensions of human character that require perfecting: generosity, morality, tolerance, energy, meditation, and wisdom. Drawing on the Diamond Sutra, the Large Sutra on Perfect Wisdom, and other essential Mahayana texts, Dale Wright shows how these teachings were understood and practiced in classical Mahayana Buddhism and how they can be adapted to contemporary life in a global society. What would the perfection of generosity look like today, for example? What would it mean to give with neither ulterior motives nor naiveté? Devoting a separate chapter to each of the six perfections, Wright combines sophisticated analysis with real-life applications. Buddhists have always stressed self-cultivation, the uniquely human freedom that opens the possibility of shaping the kind of life we will live and the kind of person we will become. For those interested in ideals of human character and praTrade ReviewDale S. Wright has written a compelling account of one of the world's most ancient - and still-vibrant - models of moral development. The Six Perfections broadens psychology's vision of human excellence. * Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence *Table of ContentsIntroduction ; 1. The Perfection of Generosity ; 2. The Perfection of Morality ; 3. The Perfection of Tolerance ; 4. The Perfection of Energy ; 5. The Perfection of Meditation ; 6. The Perfection of Wisdom ; Conclusion ; Acknowledgments ; Notes ; References
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HardPress Publishing Christian Perfection
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Cambridge University Press Hebrews and Perfection An Examination of the Concept of Perfection in the Epistle to the Hebrews 47 Society for New Testament Studies Monograph Series Series Number 47
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New Harbinger Publications Making Peace with Imperfection: Discover Your
Book SynopsisDemanding perfection in everything you do can create a life of stress, worry, and overload. With this essential self-help guide, you'll learn to escape the perfectionism trap and cultivate unconditional self-acceptance in an imperfect world.Are you a perfectionist? Do you wear this title like a badge of honor, even though it creates needless stress in your life?Ironically, the stress you create by demanding perfection from yourself and others can actually make it harder to achieve your goals in the long run. It can also alienate you from friends, family, and coworkers. So, how can you escape the perfectionism trap and start living a life of self-compassion?In this informative and practical resource, author Elliot Cohen reveals the eleven types of perfectionism, and gives you the tools and skills you need to move past this distressing mind set before it leads to chronic stress, anxiety, anger, or even depression. Using strategies grounded in evidence-based rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT), you'll discover how your perfectionism is actually a result of irrational beliefs, learn to challenge these beliefs, and replace negative thoughts with compassionate ones.Being a perfectionist can affect virtually every decision you make, and every action you take-leading to a life of perpetual stress. This book can help you put a stop to the absolutist thinking behind your perfectionism and take steps toward a calmer, more balanced way of being.
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University of California Press Perfection Salad
Book SynopsisFeatures the story of America's transformation from a nation of honest appetites into an obedient market for instant mashed potatoes. This work investigates a band of reformers at the turn of the twentieth century who were determined to modernize the American diet through a 'scientific' approach to cooking.Table of ContentsPROLOGUE: Toasted Marshmallows Stuffed with Raisins ONE: Drudgery Divine TWO: And the Kitchen Becomes the Workshop of the Skies THREE: Better Ways, Lighter Burdens, More Wholesome Results FOUR: Perfection Salad FIVE: The Mother of Level Measurements SIX: Whoever Knew a Dyspeptic to Be a Christian? SEVEN: Foes in Our Own Household EIGHT: An Absolutely New Product CONCLUSION: A Leaf or Two of Lettuce Afterword Acknowledgments Notes Bibliography Index
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Taylor & Francis Letting Go of Perfect
Book SynopsisLetting Go of Perfect gives parents and teachers the guidance and support they need to help children break free of the anxieties and behaviors related to perfectionism. This second edition: Explores a state of mind that manifests in unhealthy ways among kids and teens todaythe need to be perfect. Features updated research on perfectionism, new strategies, and resources. Delineates the major types of perfectionism and provides practical tips. Explains how students can use their perfectionistic behaviors in a healthy way. Shares advice and stories from real parents, educators, and students. For children who believe their best is never good enough, perfectionism can lead to excessive guilt, lack of motivation, low self-esteem, depression, pessimism, obsessive or compulsive behavior, and a sense of rigidity. This engaging, practical book is a must-have for parents and teachers wanting to help children overcome perfectionism,
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Collective Ink Past Perfect: freedom from perfection in life and
Book SynopsisWe seem to be obsessed with perfection. It's everywhere, permeating our conversations, our language, our advertising, our films and our religion. It's not only widespread across our culture; it has roots deep in the beginning of our civilization. For the sake of our well-being and our faith we need to be liberated from this pre-occupation. Past Perfect unravels some of the confusion surrounding our use of the word in many different contexts, and shapes an understanding of God that is free of this notion. 'Stephen Mitchell's lively, original and sometimes brilliant book is a sustained attack on that idea of absolute perfection. It is also part of the process by which modern Christianity is struggling to renew itself.' Don Cupitt, author of The Sea of FaithTrade ReviewStephen Mitchell's lively, original and sometimes brilliant book is a sustained attack on that idea of absolute perfection. It is also part of the process by which modern Christianity is struggling to renew itself.--Don Cupitt, Author of The Sea of Faith
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Creative Media Partners, LLC Spiritual Perfection Unfolded And Enforced From 2 Cor. Vii 1
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Oxford University Press Inc The Six Perfections
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Hardpress Publishing The Scripture Doctrine of Christian Perfection Stated and Defended With a Critical and Historical Examination of the Controversy Both Ancient and Modern 1
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Guilford Publications Perfectionism
Book SynopsisGrounded in decades of influential research, this book thoroughly examines perfectionism: how it develops, its underlying mechanisms and psychological costs, and how to target it effectively in psychotherapy. The authors describe how perfectionistic tendencies--rooted in early relational and developmental experiences--make people vulnerable to a wide range of clinical problems. They present an integrative treatment approach and demonstrate ways to tailor interventions to the needs of individual clients. A group treatment model is also detailed. State-of-the-art assessment tools are discussed (and provided at the companion website). Throughout the book, vivid clinical illustrations make the core ideas and techniques concrete.Trade Review"This book could be a career saver for narrowly trained recent graduates who have discovered they need a greatly expanded repertoire to cope with clinical reality. Steeped in research and rich with clear examples from clinical practice, the book shows how the destructive 'trait' of perfectionism can be better understood in interpersonal and intrapsychic terms that are directly related to family history, social context, and more. It includes very informative discussions of how to use the authors' integrative approach in individual and group therapy."--Lorna Smith Benjamin, PhD, Department of Psychology (Emeritus), University of Utah "The authors have made enormous contributions to our understanding of perfectionism, an affliction that permeates our culture and is implicated in a plethora of mental disorders. This definitive volume lays out their transdiagnostic model of perfectionistic behavior and how to treat it. The best and most comprehensive volume on perfectionism, this is a 'must read' for scholars and clinicians who study and treat all forms of psychopathology."--Randy O. Frost, PhD, Harold and Elsa Siipola Israel Professor of Psychology, Smith College "A near-perfect overview of the scope and dangers of perfectionism. The authors define the problem and carefully review the development of major concepts and models. They present creative ways of helping patients burdened with pathological perfectionism, illustrated with clinical vignettes. I recommend this important book."--J. Scott Rutan, PhD, private practice, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts "Hewitt et al. are world leaders in the field who have pioneered our understanding of the demands of self-perfection, the perfection of others, and fear that others expect perfection from us. As this book brilliantly highlights, the cost of these mental struggles can be enormous, driving people to severe depression, other mental health problems, and even suicide. It is also well known that perfectionists can be difficult to help, making the authors' compassionate insights for therapeutic engagement immensely useful. This is an outstanding book for its scholarship, clarity, and clinical wisdom--I learned a lot from it, and others will, too."--Paul Gilbert, PhD, FBPsS, OBE, Centre for Compassion Research and Training, University of Derby, United Kingdom "An excellent contribution. This book has special relevance for the field of eating disorders, as sufferers are driven by perfectionism about their weight and appearance. Clinical illustrations give a vivid impression of the development of perfectionism and the different functions of perfectionistic behavior, and make the book well suited for training."--Susanne Lunn, MSc, Associate Professor of Psychology, University of Copenhagen, Denmark -Very comprehensive…including research findings, case examples, and the history of literature on perfectionism….The authors make the important point that people who suffer from perfectionistic standards often do not get help with this specific problem….One very positive aspect of the book is that it integrates theoretical approaches without trying to push only one orientation….The authors do an excellent job of showing the heterogeneity of perfectionists--etiologies can be very different, although not surprisingly, they share a background of unmet needs….The authors have succeeded in demonstrating that perfectionism is a fundamental personality construct and cannot be minimized by reducing it to neurotic conscientiousness of the five-factor model of personality.--PsycCRITIQUES, 9/18/2017Table of Contents1. Introduction to Perfectionism 2. The Comprehensive Model of Perfectionistic Behavior 3. Evidence for the Clinical Relevance of Perfectionism 4. The Perfectionism Social Disconnection Model: Development of Perfectionism 5. The Perfectionism Social Disconnection Model: Perfectionism and Maladjustment 6. A Theoretical Model for Treatment of Perfectionistic Behavior 7. Psychodiagnostic Assessment of Perfectionism 8. Clinical Cases and Common Themes 9. Individual Psychotherapy of Perfectionism 10. Group Psychotherapy of Perfectionistic Behavior Epilogue. Overview and Future Considerations References Index
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