The Self on the Shelf
The Self on the Shelf

Author: Gary Greenberg

Publisher: SUNY Press

Published: 1994-01-01

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 9780791420454

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The Self on the Shelf examines the cultural and philosophical determinants of popular "recovery" books. Greenberg argues that this literature can be read as documents of the prevailing understanding of the self in American society. The construction of the self promoted by recovery literature is seen as a nihilistic one insofar as it denies the significance of what continental philosophy calls the Other. In this sense the self-help books are correct in their assertion that we have lost sight of how to love, but their proposed solution shows up as a recapitulation and strengthening of the conditions that gave rise to this situation in the first place. Greenberg's critique provides a commentary on the difficulties that face our culture in achieving any sense of meaningful community, and on the way that this problem surfaces in a highly popular discourse.

The Self on the Shelf
The Self on the Shelf

Author: Gary Greenberg

Publisher: SUNY Press

Published: 1994-08-04

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 9780791420461

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The Self on the Shelf examines the cultural and philosophical determinants of popular “recovery” books. Greenberg argues that this literature can be read as documents of the prevailing understanding of the self in American society. The construction of the self promoted by recovery literature is seen as a nihilistic one insofar as it denies the significance of what continental philosophy calls the Other. In this sense the self-help books are correct in their assertion that we have lost sight of how to love, but their proposed solution shows up as a recapitulation and strengthening of the conditions that gave rise to this situation in the first place. Greenberg’s critique provides a commentary on the difficulties that face our culture in achieving any sense of meaningful community, and on the way that this problem surfaces in a highly popular discourse.

Elf on the Shelf Official Annual 2020
Elf on the Shelf Official Annual 2020

Author: Little Brother Books

Publisher:

Published: 2019-09-06

Total Pages: 80

ISBN-13: 9781912342334

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Have you been naughty or nice? Get set for Christmas with our brand new magical Annual! Enjoy Elf-themed activities, stories and makes in this charming new Annual and help make it the best Christmas holiday ever! Includes recipes, craft ideas, quizes, puzzles, jokes, fun facts, etc.

The Elf on the Shelf
The Elf on the Shelf

Author: Carol V. Aebersold

Publisher:

Published: 2012-02-01

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9780984365173

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The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition is an activity the entire family will enjoy. Based on the tradition Carol Aebersold began with her family in the 1970s, this cleverly rhymed children's book explains that Santa knows who is naughty and/or nice because he sends a scout elf to every home. During the holiday season, the elf watches children by day and reports to Santa each night. When children awake, the elf has returned from the North Pole and can be found hiding in a different location. This activity allows The Elf on the Shelf to become a delightful hide-and-seek game.

An American Childhood
An American Childhood

Author: Annie Dillard

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2009-10-13

Total Pages: 276

ISBN-13: 006184313X

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"An American Childhood more than takes the reader's breath away. It consumes you as you consume it, so that, when you have put down this book, you're a different person, one who has virtually experienced another childhood." — Chicago Tribune A book that instantly captured the hearts of readers across the country, An American Childhood is Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annie Dillard's poignant, vivid memoir of growing up in Pittsburgh in the 1950s and 60s. Dedicated to her parents—from whom she learned a love of language and the importance of following your deepest passions—Dillard's brilliant memoir will resonate with anyone who has ever recalled with longing playing baseball on an endless summer afternoon, caring for a pristine rock collection, or knowing in your heart that a book was written just for you.

The Shelf
The Shelf

Author: Helly Acton

Publisher: Zaffre

Published: 2021

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13: 9781838773137

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Ever feel like you're losing a race you never signed up for? Everyone in Amy's life seems to be getting married, having children and settling down (or so Instagram tells her), and she feels like she's falling behind. So, when her long-term boyfriend surprises her with a dream holiday, she thinks he's going to finally pop the Big Question. But the dream turns into a nightmare when, instead, she finds herself on the set of a Big Brother - style reality television show, The Shelf.

The Donkey in the Living Room
The Donkey in the Living Room

Author: Sarah Raymond Cunningham

Publisher: B&H Publishing Group

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 30

ISBN-13: 1433683172

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The people and animals present during the birth of Christ each explains what happened during the Nativity, from their own point of view.

The Elf on the Shelf Search and Find
The Elf on the Shelf Search and Find

Author: Elf on the Shelf

Publisher: Hachette UK

Published: 2021-10-19

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 0762473606

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The first ever officially licensed, delightful, holiday seek-and-find book with an iconic Christmas toy! It's almost Christmas and the Scout Elves are busy helping Santa decide on his nice list. Can you spot the Scout Elves and Elf Pets in every scene in this book? There are bonus items to find on each spread too, spreading out the holiday activity cheer for many sessions. Celebrate the holiday season with your favorite Elf on the Shelf elves and pets in this delightful seek-and-find book.

Where's the Elf on the Shelf?
Where's the Elf on the Shelf?

Author:

Publisher: Orchard Books

Published: 2020-10

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9781408361238

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Find the Scout Elves and Elf Pets in this festive search and find, Where's the Elf on the Shelf? Spot the Scout Elves hiding behind sprouts in the kitchen, find them sorting letters to Santa in the post office and look out for them when decorating the Christmas tree. With Scout Elves and Elf Pets to find in each of the ten scenes - plus bonus items to look for on every spread, this fun-packed search and find offers hours of entertainment for excited little ones in the run up to Christmas. Based on the tradition Carol Aebersold began with her family in the 1970s, when a family adopts a Scout Elf and gives it a name, the Scout Elf receives his or her Christmas magic and can fly to the North Pole each night to tell Santa Claus about all of the day's adventures.

The Shelf Elf Helps Out
The Shelf Elf Helps Out

Author: Jackie Hopkins

Publisher: Upstart Books

Published: 2006-03

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781932146547

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With help from Stacks, the Grand Dewey Daddy Shelf Elf, Skoob explains the three kinds of addresses a book might have.