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Shameful Bodies

Religion and the Culture of Physical Improvement

By: Michelle Mary Lelwica

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Shameful Bodies

Religion and the Culture of Physical Improvement

By: Michelle Mary Lelwica

What happens when your body doesn't look how it's supposed to look, or feel how it's supposed to feel, or do what it's supposed to do? Who or what defines the ideals behind these expectations? How can we challenge them and live more peacefully in our bodies? Shameful Bodies: Religion and the Culture of Physical Improvement explores these questions by examining how traditional religious narratives and modern philosophical assumptions come together in the construction and pursuit of a better body in contemporary western societies. Drawing on examples from popular culture such as self-help books, magazines, and advertisements, Michelle Mary Lelwica shows how these narratives and assumptions encourage us to go to war against our bodies-to fight fat, triumph over disability, conquer chronic pain and illness, and defy aging. Through an ethic of conquest and conformity, the culture of physical improvement trains us not only to believe that all bodily processes are under our control, but to feel ashamed about those parts of our flesh that refuse to comply with the cultural ideal. Lelwica argues that such shame is not a natural response to being fat, physically impaired, chronically sick, or old. Rather, body shame is a religiously and culturally conditioned reaction to a commercially-fabricated fantasy of physical perfection. While Shameful Bodies critiques the religious and cultural norms and narratives that perpetuate external and internalized judgment and aggression toward “shameful” bodies, it also engages the resources of religions, especially feminist theologies and Buddhist thought/practice, to construct a more affirming approach to health and healing-an approach that affirms the diversity, fragility, interdependence, and impermanence of embodied life.

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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1472594967

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Ruthless King: The Complete Series Box Set (1 - 3)

An Enemies-to-Lovers Dark Mafia Romance

By: Michelle St. James

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Ruthless King: The Complete Series Box Set (1 - 3)

An Enemies-to-Lovers Dark Mafia Romance

By: Michelle St. James

My kindle went dead several times reading this series. I could not stop reading!" Two years out of college, Angelica Bondesan spends her time working as a barista, keeping in touch with her prodigal brother, and trying to figure out how to bridge the gap with her father, a wealthy real estate developer. But all of that changes the night she’s kidnapped. Thrown into a windowless room, Angelica is positive there’s been some kind of mistake — until she meets Nico Vitale. Gorgeous and frightening, Nico became the boss of New York City’s Vitale crime family after the execution style murder of his parents two years earlier. Since then he’s turned the old-school mob into a sleek, modern army of ruthless men who understand that physical violence — while always an option — isn’t the only way to get what you want. Sure Nico is lying to her about her father's involvement in the criminal underworld, Angel hates Nico with a vengeance. But when it become obvious nothing is as it seems, Angel is forced to face the truth: Her father is not the man she believed him to be. Nico Vitale is dangerous, possibly lethal. She is falling in love with Nico Vitale. As Nico and Angel begin to unravel the complex entanglements between their families, a new threat emerges from an unexpected place. Now Nico and Angel are on the run, desperate to get their hands on the one thing they can trade for their lives - and a chance to begin again. This is not your mother's mob. "Romantic and intriguing. A gripping read!" - NYT and USA Today Bestselling Author Lauren Blakely "Dark, seductive, compelling, and hot as HELL." - USA Today Bestselling Author Lili Valente "Hot sensuality and gripping suspense. Brace yourself for a perfect romantic journey!" - NYT and USA Today Bestselling Author Angel Payne ___________________________ ★★★★★ "Nail-biting, heart-pounding romance!" ★★★★★ "Nico is not your daddy's mob boss… the kind of serious bad boy you can't help but root for." ★★★★★ "Everything a mafia romance should be." ★★★★★ "Perfect for readers who like their romance steamy with a shot of adrenaline and intrigue!" ★★★★★ "Nico could kidnap me any day!" ★★★★★ "Written flawlessly and hotter than sin!" ★★★★★ "An exquisite story of sacrifice, love and happily ever afters!" ★★★★★ "Woman on Fire Sexy, strong, determined and now let’s add dangerous." ★★★★★ "Not just steamy scenes but great plot too!" ★★★★★ "This was a wonderful conclusion to the series."" ★★★★★ "Love, love, LOVED this series!" ★★★★★ "Keeps you on the edge and loving that "bad boy" hero. He's my kind of guy!" ★★★★★ "The kind of mob boss I love to read about." ★★★★★ "I could not get enough. The tension and chemistry between the two were off the charts... I could not put these books down.

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Michelle St. James

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0997546476

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9780997546477

Shakespearean Criticism

By: Michelle Lee

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Shakespearean Criticism

By: Michelle Lee

The plays, theme or focus of this volume includes: Measure For Measure Romeo and Juliet Time

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444

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Shakespearean Criticism

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0787652407

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9780787652401

The Unofficial Guide to San Francisco

By: Joe Surkiewicz,Richard Sterling,Michelle Fama

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The Unofficial Guide to San Francisco

By: Joe Surkiewicz,Richard Sterling,Michelle Fama

The Unofficial Guides® are the Consumer Reports of travel guides, offering candid evaluations of their destinations' attractions, hotels, restaurants, shopping, nightlife, sports, and more, all rated and ranked by a team of unbiased inspectors so even the most compulsive planners can be sure they're spending their time and money wisely. Each guide addresses the needs of everyone from families to business travelers, with handy charts that demonstrate how each place stacks up against the competition. Plus, all the details are pulled out so they're extremely easy to scan. The City by the Bay is home to dozens of world-class hotels and hundreds of restaurants and attractions. The Unofficial Guide® to San Francisco will help you make sense of it all, covering all the city sights plus highlights of the Wine Country. From dim sum to hotel bargains, it's all at your fingertips, with easy-to-use ratings and honest advice. The Top 5 Ways The Unofficial Guide to San Francisco Can Help You Have the Perfect Trip: The straight truth on all the attractions, from Alcatraz to the Golden Gate Bridge, plus driving and walking tours of San Francisco's top neighborhoods Hotels, motels, and inns ranked and rated for value and quality--plus proven strategies for getting the best prices Detailed restaurant reviews, including the best of Chinatown The inside story on San Francisco's shopping scene How to plan and get the most out of your business or convention trip

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Wiley

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0764565788

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9780764565786

2002 Go Manual

Global Opportunities in Youth with a Mission

By: Michelle Drake

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Global Opportunities in Youth with a Mission

By: Michelle Drake

From Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, Youth With A Mission is spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ in over 830 operating locations around the world. This guide lists hundreds of long- and short-term opportunities for all ages, as well as seminars and conferences around the world.

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332

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0927545772

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9780927545778

Magill's Cinema Annual

By: Michelle Banks

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Magill's Cinema Annual

By: Michelle Banks

Magill's Cinema Annual provides comprehensive information on the theatrical releases of each year. Featured are extensive essays, cast and character listings, production credits, running time, country of origin, MPAA rating, nine comprehensive indexes and more.

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UXL

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0787629030

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Shameful Bodies

Shameful Bodies

Ruthless King: The Complete Series Box Set (1 - 3)

Ruthless King: The Complete Series Box Set (1 - 3)

Shakespearean Criticism

Shakespearean Criticism

The Unofficial Guide to San Francisco

The Unofficial Guide to San Francisco

2002 Go Manual

2002 Go Manual

Magill's Cinema Annual

Magill's Cinema Annual

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