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| Publisher | Pamela Dorman Books |
| ISBN 13 | 9781984879554 |
| ISBN 10 | 1984879553 |
| Book Description | a beautifully comprehensive look at what it might mean to be a sane and emotionally intelligent parent . . . Hugely warm, wise, hopeful and encouraging.--alain de botton, author of how proust can change your life instant #1 sunday times bestseller every parent wants their child to be happy and every parent wants to avoid screwing them up (the way their parents did!). But how do you do that? In this absorbing, clever, and warm book, renowned psychotherapist philippa perry tells us what really matters and what behavior it is important to avoid--the vital dos and don'ts of parenting. Her approach begins with parents themselves and their own psychological make-up and history--and how that in turn influences one's parenting. Instead of mapping out the "perfect" plan, perry offers a big-picture look at the elements that lead to good parent-child relationships. This refreshing judgement-free book will help you to: - understand how your own upbringing may affect your parenting - accept that you will make mistakes and learn what you can do about them - break negative cycles and patterns - handle your own and child's feelings - understand what different behaviors communicate full of sage and sane advice, the book you wish your parents had read is one every parent will want to read and every child will wish their parents had. A pamela dorman books/viking life title |
| Editorial Review | Ontario Library Association 2013 Best Bets Top 10 Picture Book for Children Atlanta Parent Magazine Best Books of 2013 list for Preschool to Early Elementary "Glowing paper dioramas are the heart and soul of MacKay's debut..." --Publishers Weekly "All of [MacKay's] forethought and preparation has fittingly paid off in a story that is as surprising as it is nakedly inspirational."--Jay Bushara, --Huffington Post "The magic of this debut picture book rests in MacKay's diorama-style illustrations ... Just the right antidote for The Giving Tree." --Booklist "The book will be suitable for quiet one-on-one sharing or perhaps as a bedtime selection." --School Library Journal "[MacKay] does show an unusual sensitivity to effects of color and light." --Kirkus Reviews "A magical, serendipitous story... " --City Book Review "This beautiful story is good for all young children..." --Parents & Teachers, U.S. Kids Magazines "The delight here is in the remarkable cut-paper forms that bring each scene to life. Delicate and meditative." --ForeWord Reviews |
| About the Author | Philippa Perry has been a psychotherapist for the past twenty years. She is also a freelance writer, and a TV and radio presenter. She has worked on several documentaries, and has also written two other books, Couch Fiction, a Graphic Tale of Psychotherapy and How to Stay Sane. She lives in London with her husband, the artist Grayson Perry, and they have a grown-up daughter, Flo. |
| Language | English |
| Author | Philippa Perry |
| Language | English |
| Publication Date | 43865 |
| Number of Pages | 320 |
The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read Hardcover English by Philippa Perry - 43865
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