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How to Adult
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A witty, illustrated infographic guide to being a real, actual grown-up, for people who need to get their shit together.
Adulting (verb) - To do grown-up things and hold responsibilities such as having a job, paying rent or doing laundry. A verb used exclusively by those who adult less than 50 per cent of the time.
If you've forgotten to pay your council tax, you're hungover at work (again) and you've been living off pesto pasta for the past seventeen days, it's time to adult.
Authentic grown-up Stephen Wildish has produced a book for everyone who feels they need assistance getting through the confusing landscape of the real world.
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How to Adult by Stephen Wildish is appreciated for its humorous take on the challenges of adulthood. Readers enjoy the witty illustrations and relatable anecdotes that provide a comedic relief to the sometimes daunting realm of adult responsibilities. The book is often considered a light-hearted guide that resonates well with those transitioning into different stages of adulthood.
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ISBN: 9781529102536
Publisher: Ebury Publishing
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 13 September 2018
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Pop Press
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 137.0mm
Height: 206.0mm
Weight: 441g
Pages: 192
About the Author
Stephen Wildish is a graphic designer specialising in illustration and infographics. He is the author of How to Swear, How to Adult and How to Vegan, and lives in Marlborough.
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