Everything Harder Than Everyone Else by Jenny Valentish

Everything Harder Than Everyone Else by Jenny Valentish

From abstinence to ego, mastery to addiction, rage to reinvention, our compulsions are intertwined with our personas. Darkly funny and vividly penetrating, Everything Harder Than Everyone Else explores our deeper selves and asks: what are your limits? -- .

'If you've ever wondered why people like absolutely battering the **** out of themselves in every conceivable way, just for a laugh, then look no further than this book'
Tom Usher, freelance writer and presenter of Challenge Man

'A spiritual sequel to Valentish’s 2017 memoir Woman of Substances [and] a wild and page-turning ride. [...] The author’s enthusiasm for and deep research into the topic shine through, and she tempers the more confronting moments with candour, humour and self-deprecation. Like a Louis Theroux documentary, Everything harder than everyone else is an eye-opening exploration of unconventional lifestyles and the people who live them. It is a rollicking and insightful read for both enthusiasts and the simply curious.'
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'Valentish takes us into hidden worlds that fascinate, horrify, inspire and entertain. Valentish is your intrepid guide to fringe communities, where the members are hardcore and their wisdom is hard-won. The characters and stories will stay with you long after the last page.'
Brigid Delaney, author of Wellmania

'As a fan of wrestling and general out-there foolishness, I've often wondered – but couldn't put into words – what drives people to such limits. An outstanding read.'
Broden Kelly, Aunty Donna

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Jenny Valentish is the author of the acclaimed addiction memoir Woman of Substances, a regular contributor to The Guardian, Vice and the Sydney Morning Herald, and a former NME columnist and editor of Time Out Melbourne. She grew up in Slough and lives in Australia.

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ISBN 13	9781526160164
ISBN 10	1526160161
Title	Everything Harder Than Everyone Else
Author	Jenny Valentish
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Manchester University Press
Year published	2021-07-06
Number of pages	288
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.