Ugly

Name: Ugly
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SKU: 9781788704762
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Why the world became beauty-obsessed and how to break free

By Anita Bhagwandas

Summary

Ugly by Anita Bhagwandas explores the concept of beauty and its impact on self-worth and societal perceptions. The author delves into the historical, cultural, and societal factors that shape our idea of attractiveness, encouraging readers to redefine beauty standards and embrace a more inclusive and self-accepting vision. This book offers insight into changing the narrative around beauty to foster personal growth and confidence.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in exploring how beauty standards impact our lives and self-worth. It offers insightful discussions on self-perception and challenges societal norms, encouraging a journey towards self-acceptance and empowerment.

Ugly

Why are our lives shaped by such limited ideas about beauty? How can we break free of them for a happier, more inclusive future?

Why are our lives shaped by such limited ideas about beauty? How can we break free of them for a happier, more inclusive future?

Description

We've all had those moments. The ones where you look in the mirror and nothing feels ok looking back at you. For Anita Bhagwandas, this started when she was a child growing up in South Wales, and it created an enduring internal torment about her looks.

We're all told that this sadness is just part of 'being a woman'. We're encouraged to obsess over it and go to any length to change it, but we're also ordered to 'just love ourselves' from every corner of the internet. But what if there was another way out of the beauty myth? In Ugly, Anita uncovers where these beauty standards started, unpicks why they've been perpetuated and unmasks how they're still being upheld.

It is time to finally break free from those limiting beauty standards, because feeling ugly has nothing to do with us.

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Ugly by Anita Bhagwandas is praised for its insightful exploration of beauty standards and the societal pressures surrounding appearance. Readers appreciate the personal anecdotes and blend of humour and sincerity, which provide a fresh perspective on self-worth and identity. The book is described as thought-provoking and empowering, resonating with those seeking to challenge conventional beauty narratives.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788704762

Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: BLINK Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 331g

Pages: 304

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Anita Bhagwandas Biography & Memoir Mindset & Self Help Non-Fiction Self-Help & Personal Development

About the Author

Anita Bhagwandas is an award-winning freelance journalist, beauty editor and broadcaster based in London. She's spent the last 15 years climbing the ranks of some of the UK's biggest fashion and lifestyle titles, promoting inclusivity and change wherever she's worked. Anita writes regularly for Conde Nast Traveller, Guardian as well as Stylist, The Telegraph, Marie Claire, Allure, i-D, NME and more. She has appeared on Channel 4, ITV and BBC as a beauty and inclusivity expert.