Bodies
Bodies by Susie Orbach, published by Profile in 2010, explores the evolving perceptions of the human body and its significance in contemporary society. This edition, comprising 182 pages, delves into the ambition for physical perfection that many individuals pursue, suggesting that our views on our bodies reflect our self-worth.
In this insightful work, Orbach examines the societal influences that shape our understanding of beauty and body image. She addresses the philosophical and psychological dimensions of how we perceive ourselves and the implications of these views on health care delivery and popular culture. Readers will find a thought-provoking discussion that intertwines aesthetics, personality, and social science, prompting reflection on the relationship between body image and self-identity.
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The body is no longer a given and to possess a flawless one has become the ambition of millions around the world. The author has come to realise that the way we view our bodies is the mirror of how we view ourselves which means our body is a measure of our worth. In this book she tackles the question of how we got there.
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