The Great American Makeover

The Great American Makeover

Author: D. Heller

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2006-11-27

Total Pages: 246

ISBN-13: 0312376170

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The Great American Makeover is a collection of essays that explore the American makeover mythos that has been recently repackaged in the form of popular makeover television programs such as Extreme Makeover, The Swan, Supernanny, and Queer Eye for the Straight Guy.


First Daughter

First Daughter

Author: Mitali Perkins

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 9780525478003

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During her father's presidential campaign, sixteen-year-old Sameera Righton, who was adopted from Pakistan at the age of three, struggles with campaign staffers who want to give her a more "all-American" image and create a fake weblog in her name.


Extreme Makeover

Extreme Makeover

Author: Teresa Tomeo

Publisher: Ignatius Press

Published: 2011-01-01

Total Pages: 213

ISBN-13: 1586175610

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The author presents research and her perspectives on how the teachings of the Catholic Church both liberate and dignify women.


Self-Help, Inc.

Self-Help, Inc.

Author: Micki McGee

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2005-09-08

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 0195171241

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Why doesn't self-help help? Micki McGee explores the demand for self-help & what it tells us about ourselves.


Extreme Makeover of Hillary (Rodham) Clinton

Extreme Makeover of Hillary (Rodham) Clinton

Author: Bay Buchanan

Publisher: Regnery Publishing

Published: 2006-01-01

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 1596985070

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An analysis of Hillary Clinton's efforts to adapt her public image to render her a desirable presidential candidate describes how perceptions about her have changed, in a profile that considers her eligibility and potential for the presidency.


Makeover Television

Makeover Television

Author: Dana Alice Heller

Publisher:

Published:

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 9786000011550

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This volume explores makeover television, the reality format that cuts across all genres and time slots. Chapters examine how makeover programming annexes the private space of the home, transforms the body through surgery and rigorous discipline, recreates aspects of consumer lifestyle and social identity and much more.


Millennial Makeover

Millennial Makeover

Author: Morley Winograd

Publisher: Rutgers University Press

Published: 2008-02-04

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 0813544661

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This new in paperback edition includes a new afterword written specifically for this volume. Morley Winograd and Michael D. Hais review the developments of the 2008 presidential election and demonstrate how the coming of age of a millennial generation and the expansion of a new communication technology produced another realignment, just as these twin forces of change have done throughout U.S. history.


Extreme American Makeover

Extreme American Makeover

Author: Mitali Perkins

Publisher: Harper

Published: 2010-05-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9788172239657

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Shes short, shes spunky, shes just a regular girlSameera-Sparrow to her friends-is used to feeling invisible. But all that is about to change. As her fathers presidential campaign heats up, Sameera trades in her summer vacation for a crash course in becoming a celebrity. Step 1: Fabulous Makeover, of course!As it turns out, the makeover is amazing. But some of the campaign staff arent content with a trendy haircut, stilettos and designer outfits. Theyve decided to package Pakistan-born, plain-speaking Sameera as Sammy Righton-a giggly, carefree, all-American girl. No more wearing comfy jeans and sneakers, dancing the bhangra or blogging from the heart-in other words, Sameera must forget about being herself.What they dont know is that Sameera has a mind of her own. And plenty to say. Not to mention a gutsy, straight-talking blog that could go live to millions...


The Total Money Makeover: Classic Edition

The Total Money Makeover: Classic Edition

Author: Dave Ramsey

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 2013-09-17

Total Pages: 266

ISBN-13: 1595555285

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Do you want to build a budget that actually works for you? Are you ready to transform your relationship with money? This New York Times bestseller has already helped millions of people just like you learn how to develop everyday money-saving habits with the help of America's favorite personal finance expert, Dave Ramsey. By now, you've already heard all of the nutty get-rich-quick schemes and the fiscal diet fads that leave you with a lot of quirky ideas but not a penny in your pocket. If you're tired of the lies and sick of the false promises, Dave is here to provide practical, long-term help. The Total Money Makeover is the simplest, most straightforward game plan for completely changing your finances. And, best of all, these principles are based on results, not pie-in-the-sky fantasies. This is the financial reset you've been looking for. The Total Money Makeover: Classic Edition will give you the tools and the encouragement you need to: Design a sure-fire plan for paying off all debt--from your cars to your home and everything in between using the debt snowball method Break bad habits and make lasting changes when it comes to your relationship with money Recognize the 10 most dangerous money myths Secure a healthy nest egg for emergencies and set yourself up for retirement Become financially healthy for life Live like no one else, so later you can LIVE (and GIVE) like no one else! This edition of The Total Money Makeover includes new, expanded "Dave Rants" that tackle marriage conflict, college debt, and so much more. The Total Money Makeover: Classic Edition also includes brand new back-of-the-book resources to help you make The Total Money Makeover your new reality.


6-Day Body Makeover

6-Day Body Makeover

Author: Michael Thurmond

Publisher: Hachette+ORM

Published: 2008-10-23

Total Pages: 238

ISBN-13: 0446548952

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Want to look great for that special date on Saturday? Wish you could firm up for that looming reunion? Want to wow them at the wedding next weekend? Now you don't have to starve yourself to do it! With this groundbreaking guide, television's fitness and makeover specialist Michael Thurmond delivers the proven program that allows you to eat more, exercise less, and shed as much as 10 pounds-a whole dress or pant size-in just six days! Through his 25 years of experience and as a diet and fitness expert on television's Extreme Makeover, Michael Thurmond has helped thousands of people from every walk of life take off pounds quickly. Now, in 6-Day Body Makeover, he shares his secrets of accelerated weight loss and reveals his easy-to-follow, proven program to help you shed pounds quickly and keep them off! Because no two bodies lose weight in the exact same way, Michael has developed an exclusive "body type blueprinting system" that allows you to customize a diet regimen that's effective for you. Just fill out the simple questionnaire, pinpoint which of the five types best describes your body, and follow the targeted meal plan designed to maximize weight loss for your body type. Together with Michael's exclusive, fat-burning, low-intensity exercises, you'll have a scientifically balanced regimen that can help you quickly lose as much as 10 pounds-and keep it off. Complete with menus, recipes, foolproof tips, and a maintenance schedule for the seventh day and beyond, 6-Day Body Makeover shows you how to: Identify the Right foods to spark weight loss Exercise Less while increasing the amount of fat you burn Break through plateaus when the scale won't budge Maintain your weight loss without deprivation or unhealthy gimmicks Quickly take off pounds gained during vacations or holiday time. After just six days you'll look and feel so fabulous, you'll have the confidence to continue losing until you reach your total weight-loss goal.