Being Beautiful
An inspiring anthology of wit and wisdom on what it means to be beautiful
by Helen Gordon; Amanda Berglund
Quarto Publishing Group - Chartwell Books
Chartwell Books
Pub Date 7 Jan 2020
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Quarto Publishing Group - Chartwell Books
Chartwell Books
Pub Date 7 Jan 2020
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Description
Beauty. How do we achieve it? Who gets to define it? How do you live a beautiful life? Beauty standards of today are exacting, ever-evolving, and often overwhelming. Being Beautiful is your timely, illustrated guide and companion to navigating the relentless pursuit of beauty, both inside and out.
A captivating collection of writings, quotes, poems, and musings from some of the world's greatest thinkers—philosophers, celebrities, writers, cultural commentators, and more—on what it means to be beautiful, it is an inspiring anthology for anyone interested in the concept of personal beauty, from the clothes we wear and the make-up we use, to the lives we lead and the relationships we nurture.
Through contemplative, humorous, uplifting and humbling passages interspersed with specially commissioned illustrations, the book attempts to explore and illuminate what beauty means to us in the twenty-first century. And most of all, to inspire, provoke and delight. The discussion is organized into five chapters:Defining BeautyFinding BeautyLiving BeautifullyInner BeautyOuter BeautyTopics range from how we might define a beautiful face (Edmund Burke), how one can live a "beautiful" life (Buddha), and the beauty that can be found in aging (Naomi Wolf). Contributors include such varied voices as Sali Hughes, Emily Dickinson, John Cage, Francis Bacon, Charlotte Brontë, Immanuel Kant, Joan Collins, and Kate Moss.
A captivating collection of writings, quotes, poems, and musings from some of the world's greatest thinkers—philosophers, celebrities, writers, cultural commentators, and more—on what it means to be beautiful, it is an inspiring anthology for anyone interested in the concept of personal beauty, from the clothes we wear and the make-up we use, to the lives we lead and the relationships we nurture.
Through contemplative, humorous, uplifting and humbling passages interspersed with specially commissioned illustrations, the book attempts to explore and illuminate what beauty means to us in the twenty-first century. And most of all, to inspire, provoke and delight. The discussion is organized into five chapters:Defining BeautyFinding BeautyLiving BeautifullyInner BeautyOuter BeautyTopics range from how we might define a beautiful face (Edmund Burke), how one can live a "beautiful" life (Buddha), and the beauty that can be found in aging (Naomi Wolf). Contributors include such varied voices as Sali Hughes, Emily Dickinson, John Cage, Francis Bacon, Charlotte Brontë, Immanuel Kant, Joan Collins, and Kate Moss.
Beauty. How do we achieve it? Who gets to define it? How do you live a beautiful life? Beauty standards of today are exacting, ever-evolving, and often overwhelming. Being Beautiful is your timely...
Description
Beauty. How do we achieve it? Who gets to define it? How do you live a beautiful life? Beauty standards of today are exacting, ever-evolving, and often overwhelming. Being Beautiful is your timely, illustrated guide and companion to navigating the relentless pursuit of beauty, both inside and out.
A captivating collection of writings, quotes, poems, and musings from some of the world's greatest thinkers—philosophers, celebrities, writers, cultural commentators, and more—on what it means to be beautiful, it is an inspiring anthology for anyone interested in the concept of personal beauty, from the clothes we wear and the make-up we use, to the lives we lead and the relationships we nurture.
Through contemplative, humorous, uplifting and humbling passages interspersed with specially commissioned illustrations, the book attempts to explore and illuminate what beauty means to us in the twenty-first century. And most of all, to inspire, provoke and delight. The discussion is organized into five chapters:Defining BeautyFinding BeautyLiving BeautifullyInner BeautyOuter BeautyTopics range from how we might define a beautiful face (Edmund Burke), how one can live a "beautiful" life (Buddha), and the beauty that can be found in aging (Naomi Wolf). Contributors include such varied voices as Sali Hughes, Emily Dickinson, John Cage, Francis Bacon, Charlotte Brontë, Immanuel Kant, Joan Collins, and Kate Moss.
A captivating collection of writings, quotes, poems, and musings from some of the world's greatest thinkers—philosophers, celebrities, writers, cultural commentators, and more—on what it means to be beautiful, it is an inspiring anthology for anyone interested in the concept of personal beauty, from the clothes we wear and the make-up we use, to the lives we lead and the relationships we nurture.
Through contemplative, humorous, uplifting and humbling passages interspersed with specially commissioned illustrations, the book attempts to explore and illuminate what beauty means to us in the twenty-first century. And most of all, to inspire, provoke and delight. The discussion is organized into five chapters:Defining BeautyFinding BeautyLiving BeautifullyInner BeautyOuter BeautyTopics range from how we might define a beautiful face (Edmund Burke), how one can live a "beautiful" life (Buddha), and the beauty that can be found in aging (Naomi Wolf). Contributors include such varied voices as Sali Hughes, Emily Dickinson, John Cage, Francis Bacon, Charlotte Brontë, Immanuel Kant, Joan Collins, and Kate Moss.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780785838074 |
| PRICE | US$10.99 (USD) |
Available on NetGalley
| Download (PDF) |
Featured Reviews
Valerie F, Reviewer
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Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review! I wish I had a physical copy of this book because it would make such a wonderful coffee table book or gift! It is filled with quotes, excerpts, and short essays on beauty (physical, inner, nature, and more) which are a delight to read. I would definitely purchase this book as a gift for a friend or family member so they can enjoy its wisdom. |
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Reviewer 598692
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Being Beautiful by Helen Gordon and Amanda Berglund is a rich tapestry of beauty over time. It is sometimes hard to read and sometimes sad, but always rich in wonder. I normally pick up a mystery or a thriller, but this book was one of the first to make me be at peace. It was a reflection of what beauty means to us - what does it really mean? i have a chance now to truly look at the world and decide for myself as did all the quotes here. It is a quick read but also breathtaking! Thank you to Quarto Publishing Group at Chartwell Books and NetGalley for the digital copy and the opportunity to read this glorious book. Opinions here are my own. |
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Chelsey P, Librarian
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My Recommendation
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An interesting compilations of quotes on beauty. I loved that a variety perspectives were included, proving that beauty is not the same for everyone. Some of the quotes were better than others, but that's to be expected with any compilation. |
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Stacie C, Reviewer
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My Recommendation
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Being Beautiful by Helen Gordon , Amanda Berglund. This collection of quotes, poems, and artwork from the world’s great thinkers was very inspiring. A quick and lovely read. |
My Recommendation
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Renee P, Reviewer
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My Recommendation
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This is one of the most perfect and gorgeous books I have read that focuses on beauty and body positivity for all ages, size, shapes, and colors. I love how this book focuses on levels of beauty, and relates ways to talk about how everyone is beautiful or possess some sort of beauty in very special and individual ways. This book is so perfect and gorgeous and inspiring to read. I enjoyed that this book works in different types of writing, especially poetry. It almost captures its own ethereal beauty in that way. The artwork is bright and simple but still captures a basic or intrinsic sort of beauty. Great book and I highly recommend it!! |
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Georgi B, Reviewer
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My Recommendation
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Again cannot review as it is a PDF. Frustrating but this effects my ratio rating so I have had to therefore rate it a 3 star. Once the book becomes available for sale I will read/review/rate. |
My Recommendation
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Meghan K, Reviewer
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My Recommendation
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Special thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this advanced e-copy of the book. Being Beautiful is a collection of quotes, poems, and essays on the ideas of beauty. Split up into sections based on the "type" of beauty (inner beauty, outer beauty, etc.) - the collection includes original graphic artwork, collecting thoughts of celebrities, critics, artists and more to answer the defining question, what is beauty? A coffee table book, for certain. Could provoke some interesting conversation - but some of the quotes and excerpts feel thin in comparison to some of the others. Perhaps not as great of an impact as a digital book as a tangible copy. Introduced me to a handful of new poems and pieces that I'd not read or heard of before! |
My Recommendation
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Abby S, Reviewer
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My Recommendation
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A lovely meaningful book a book of poetry art essays on alll forms of beauty both inner and outer.A book that will lead to many discussions alt of thoughtful reading.Perfect coffee table book absolutely lovely.#netgalley#quartobooks |
My Recommendation
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Additional Information
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780785838074 |
| PRICE | US$10.99 (USD) |
Available on NetGalley
| Download (PDF) |
Featured Reviews
Valerie F, Reviewer
|
My Recommendation
|
|
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review! I wish I had a physical copy of this book because it would make such a wonderful coffee table book or gift! It is filled with quotes, excerpts, and short essays on beauty (physical, inner, nature, and more) which are a delight to read. I would definitely purchase this book as a gift for a friend or family member so they can enjoy its wisdom. |
My Recommendation
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Reviewer 598692
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My Recommendation
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Being Beautiful by Helen Gordon and Amanda Berglund is a rich tapestry of beauty over time. It is sometimes hard to read and sometimes sad, but always rich in wonder. I normally pick up a mystery or a thriller, but this book was one of the first to make me be at peace. It was a reflection of what beauty means to us - what does it really mean? i have a chance now to truly look at the world and decide for myself as did all the quotes here. It is a quick read but also breathtaking! Thank you to Quarto Publishing Group at Chartwell Books and NetGalley for the digital copy and the opportunity to read this glorious book. Opinions here are my own. |
My Recommendation
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Chelsey P, Librarian
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My Recommendation
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|
An interesting compilations of quotes on beauty. I loved that a variety perspectives were included, proving that beauty is not the same for everyone. Some of the quotes were better than others, but that's to be expected with any compilation. |
My Recommendation
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Stacie C, Reviewer
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My Recommendation
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Being Beautiful by Helen Gordon , Amanda Berglund. This collection of quotes, poems, and artwork from the world’s great thinkers was very inspiring. A quick and lovely read. |
My Recommendation
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Renee P, Reviewer
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My Recommendation
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|
This is one of the most perfect and gorgeous books I have read that focuses on beauty and body positivity for all ages, size, shapes, and colors. I love how this book focuses on levels of beauty, and relates ways to talk about how everyone is beautiful or possess some sort of beauty in very special and individual ways. This book is so perfect and gorgeous and inspiring to read. I enjoyed that this book works in different types of writing, especially poetry. It almost captures its own ethereal beauty in that way. The artwork is bright and simple but still captures a basic or intrinsic sort of beauty. Great book and I highly recommend it!! |
My Recommendation
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Georgi B, Reviewer
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My Recommendation
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Again cannot review as it is a PDF. Frustrating but this effects my ratio rating so I have had to therefore rate it a 3 star. Once the book becomes available for sale I will read/review/rate. |
My Recommendation
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Meghan K, Reviewer
|
My Recommendation
|
|
Special thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this advanced e-copy of the book. Being Beautiful is a collection of quotes, poems, and essays on the ideas of beauty. Split up into sections based on the "type" of beauty (inner beauty, outer beauty, etc.) - the collection includes original graphic artwork, collecting thoughts of celebrities, critics, artists and more to answer the defining question, what is beauty? A coffee table book, for certain. Could provoke some interesting conversation - but some of the quotes and excerpts feel thin in comparison to some of the others. Perhaps not as great of an impact as a digital book as a tangible copy. Introduced me to a handful of new poems and pieces that I'd not read or heard of before! |
My Recommendation
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Abby S, Reviewer
|
My Recommendation
|
|
A lovely meaningful book a book of poetry art essays on alll forms of beauty both inner and outer.A book that will lead to many discussions alt of thoughtful reading.Perfect coffee table book absolutely lovely.#netgalley#quartobooks |
My Recommendation
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