Unisciti a noi in un viaggio nel mondo dei libri!
Aggiungi questo libro allo scaffale
Grey
Scrivi un nuovo commento Default profile 50px
Grey
Iscriviti per leggere l'intero libro o leggi le prime pagine gratuitamente!
All characters reduced
Seeking the Straight and Narrow - Weight Loss and Sexual Reorientation in Evangelical America - cover

Seeking the Straight and Narrow - Weight Loss and Sexual Reorientation in Evangelical America

Lynne Gerber

Casa editrice: The University of Chicago Press

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Sinossi

Losing weight and changing your sexual orientation are both notoriously difficult to do successfully. Yet many faithful evangelical Christians believe that thinness and heterosexuality are godly ideals—and that God will provide reliable paths toward them for those who fall short. Seeking the Straight and Narrow is a fascinating account of the world of evangelical efforts to alter our strongest bodily desires. Drawing on fieldwork at First Place, a popular Christian weight-loss program, and Exodus International, a network of ex-gay ministries, Lynne Gerber explores why some Christians feel that being fat or gay offends God, what exactly they do to lose weight or go straight, and how they make sense of the program’s results—or, frequently, their lack. Gerber notes the differences and striking parallels between the two programs, and, more broadly, she traces the ways that other social institutions have attempted to contain the excesses associated with fatness and homosexuality. Challenging narratives that place evangelicals in constant opposition to dominant American values, Gerber shows that these programs reflect the often overlooked connection between American cultural obsessions and Christian ones.
Disponibile da: 01/08/2012.
Lunghezza di stampa: 300 pagine.

Altri libri che potrebbero interessarti

  • Thomas Mann: A short biography - 5 Minutes: Short on time - long on info! - cover

    Thomas Mann: A short biography -...

    5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Thomas Mann, great novelist and nobel prize laureate: Life and works in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!
    Mostra libro
  • One Step in a Poppy Field - The Inspirational Story of Lance Corporal Cayle Royce MBE - cover

    One Step in a Poppy Field - The...

    Bronwyn Royce

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Thousands of miles away from where her son was deployed, a powerful premonition is devastatingly confirmed by a knock on the door from two faceless strangers bearing the news that her son had stepped on an improvised explosive device in the poppy fields of Afghanistan. He had lost both of his legs and suffered multiple other injuries, including partial amputation of all the fingers of his left hand. For forty-eight days she stood at his bedside. 
     
     
     
    Not only did he survive against all odds, but in time he began to test the limits of his new capabilities and undertook the first of, what would prove to be, many physical challenges. Just eighteen months after injury, and as part of a team of four servicemen, he rowed across the Atlantic Ocean for the first time. 
     
     
     
    Told mostly from a mother's perspective with contributions from Cayle, the genesis of the book was in the diary she kept while he was in a medically induced coma. It is the story of an extraordinarily brave man who has been through the agonies of rebuilding his life, with the encouragement of family and friends. 
     
     
     
    This was never meant to be another book about war or Afghanistan; it is a message of how love and hope can overcome adversity.
    Mostra libro
  • Narcissistic Abuse - Understanding Healing and Moving Forward (2023 Guide for Beginners) - cover

    Narcissistic Abuse -...

    Simona Blanton

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Narcissistic Abuse is a comprehensive guide to help you understand and heal from the trauma of being in a relationship with a narcissist. Narcissistic abuse is a form of emotional and psychological abuse that leaves the victim feeling helpless, confused, and shattered. 
    This book delves into the mind of a narcissist and explains the different types of narcissistic personalities. It helps you understand the warning signs of narcissistic abuse, how to recognize them, and how to protect yourself from future abuse. 
    • Identifying narcissistic behavior patterns 
    • Understanding the impact of narcissistic abuse on mental health 
    • Recognizing gaslighting, manipulation, and other abusive tactics 
    • Coping strategies for dealing with a narcissistic partner 
    • Healing from narcissistic abuse and rebuilding self-esteem 
    • Moving forward and preventing future abuse 
    And Much More!... 
    Narcissistic Abuse is a must-read for anyone who has been a victim of narcissistic abuse, as well as for their friends and family who want to support them in their healing journey. This book is also valuable for mental health professionals who want to gain a better understanding of this complex and damaging form of abuse. 
    If you want to take back control of your life and heal from the trauma of narcissistic abuse, Narcissistic Abuse is the guide you need to Buy Now. 
     
    Mostra libro
  • Stories on lord Ganesh series - 18 - From various sources of Ganesh purana - cover

    Stories on lord Ganesh series -...

    Anusha HS

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Lord Ganesh is the son of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. He is the first one to get worshipped before worshipping any other god. We can say in short that there is no Hindu who doesn't perform Lord Ganesh’s worship. In Ramayana Lord Rama had worshipped Lord Ganesh. 
    In Mahabharata Lord Krishna had also worshipped Lord Ganesh. They have become the role models to the whole world. Before the beginning of any work it is common to worship Lord Ganesh. There are many Holy hymns on Lord Ganesh. Lord Ganesh’s favorite food is modak. 
    He gets pleased if we offer Durva grass to him. He also loves red Hibiscus flower. He is called the vighnaharta because he wards off all the obstacles in our life. He is also called vighnaraja. There are infinite names to Lord Ganesh which we cannot explain. He ties a snake around his waist. 
    The vehicle of Lord Ganesh is mouse in Hindu culture. Lord Ganesh is worshipped all over India. His miracles have been described in all of the 18 Puranas. There are many forms of Lord Ganesh. 
    He has got two wives one is riddhi and the other is siddhi.Lord Ganesh has got 32 forms of incarnations. The modak which you offer to Lord Ganesh will give you good results. Lord Ganesh does not bias among his devotees. He is specially worshipped on sankashti days. On Ganesh Chaturthi people fast and perform vrath.On this day it is forbidden to see Chandra the moon.
    Mostra libro
  • Deceptive Practices - Actions Taken to Mislead or Misinform - cover

    Deceptive Practices - Actions...

    Cito Harder

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Deception has been a fundamental part of human interaction throughout history, shaping societies, relationships, and institutions. Whether through subtle manipulation, outright lies, or carefully crafted misinformation, deception influences decisions, perceptions, and behaviors in both personal and collective spheres. While often viewed negatively, deception is not always malicious; in some cases, it serves strategic, protective, or even necessary functions. Understanding the role deception plays in society requires examining its various forms, motivations, and consequences. 
    One of the most common areas where deception is prevalent is in personal relationships. People deceive for different reasons, ranging from self-preservation to maintaining social harmony. White lies, for example, are often used to spare feelings or avoid unnecessary conflict, while more harmful deceptions, such as infidelity or emotional manipulation, can cause deep and lasting damage. The complexity of deception in relationships highlights its dual nature—sometimes beneficial, sometimes destructive. 
    Beyond personal interactions, deception extends into professional and institutional environments. In workplaces, deceptive practices can manifest as misleading job descriptions, false performance evaluations, or office politics designed to manipulate outcomes. Deception in business, such as false advertising or hidden fees, can mislead consumers, erode trust, and cause financial harm. Similarly, political deception—through propaganda, misinformation, and strategic framing of facts—shapes public opinion, influencing elections, policies, and societal norms.
    Mostra libro
  • Being Really Confused - A Guide to Heidegger and Other Crimes Against Clarity - cover

    Being Really Confused - A Guide...

    Sophia Blackwell

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Ever opened Being and Time and wondered if your brain had a stroke? 
    Ever wanted to understand Heidegger, but all you got was a migraine and a vague sense of personal failure? 
    This is the book for you. 
    Being Really Confused is the hilariously brutal, no-holds-barred, sarcasm-soaked guide to Martin Heidegger’s philosophical fever dream. Whether you’re a burned-out philosophy major, a curious masochist, or someone who just wants to sound terrifyingly deep at brunch, this book unpacks the most infamously unreadable thinker of the 20th century—with jokes, rants, and zero patience for pretension. 
    Inside, you'll find: 
    What “Dasein” actually means (spoiler: it’s just you, but anxious) 
    How to ruin conversations with phrases like “Being-toward-death” 
    Why “the they” is probably responsible for your haircut 
    And how to survive Being and Time without filing a lawsuit against your own brain 
    Equal parts roast and revelation, this book doesn’t just explain Heidegger—it drags him, hugs him, then drags him again. 
    Read it if: 
    You want to laugh at existential dread 
    You love philosophy but hate suffering 
    You’ve been pretending to understand Heidegger and want to finally maybe mean it 
    Warning: May cause spontaneous existential crises, unbearable smugness, and the urge to buy a black turtleneck.
    Mostra libro