Ugly
16 February 2023Imprint: Blink Publishing
Synopsis
We've all had those moments. The ones where you look in the mirror and nothing feels ok. For Anita Bhagwandas, this started when she was a child and it created an enduring internal torment about her looks.
We're all told that this is just part of growing up, but it stays with us, evolving as we age. The internet tells us...
We're all told that this is just part of growing up, but it stays with us, evolving as we age. The internet tells us...
Details
16 February 2023336 pages
9781788704755Imprint: Blink Publishing
Reviews
'Anita's deep dive into beauty, its history and the pressure to look "perfect" is essential reading'Caroline Hirons
'A bold, beautiful undertaking - this book unravels what we think we know about beauty, both in how we view ourselves and others. Anita's thorough research, lived in experience and brilliant prose makes it a must read for anyone struggling to find their place in the world.'Poorna Bell
Ugly is not only a must read, it's an urgent read. [...] This book is the real deal - taking over from where Naomi Wolf's The Beauty Myth left off.Farrah Storr, Things Worth Knowing newsletter
[Ugly is one] of the best releases of 2023Glamour
