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The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read by Philippa Perry

The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read

(and Your Children Will Be Glad That You Did)

Philippa Perry

Penguin Publishing Group · Print & ebook · February 4, 2020

More than 1.3 million copies sold worldwide! “A wonderful book”―Richard Osman “If you're determinedly not a self-help kind of reader (like me), make an exception for [this book].

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Who it’s for
Practical, reflective guidance that reads like a toolkit with a calm, human voice.
Genres
Family & Relationships, Family Conflict Resolution, Personal Growth
Published
Penguin Publishing Group, February 4, 2020

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More than 1.3 million copies sold worldwide! “A wonderful book”―Richard Osman “If you're determinedly not a self-help kind of reader (like me), make an exception for [this book]. And if you're not a parent, don't dismiss it. The message is one of non-judgmental kindness.”―Vogue (London) How can we have better relationships? In this instant Sunday Times bestseller, leading psychotherapist Philippa Perry reveals the vital do's and don'ts of relationships.

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This is a book for us all. Whether you are interested in understanding how your upbringing has shaped you, looking to handle your child's feelings or wishing to support your partner, you will find indispensable information and realistic tips in these pages. Philippa Perry's sane, sage and judgement-free advice is an essential resource on how to have the best possible relationships with the people who matter to you most.

Calm Guidance

Practical, reflective guidance that reads like a toolkit with a calm, human voice.

Come here for

  • practical guidance on family dynamics
  • clear, usable parenting reflection

Expect

  • accessible advice with specialist depth
  • thoughtful prompts for real-life family habits

Where it sits

Family & Relationships89%
Family Conflict Resolution29%
Personal Growth28%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • Family & Relationships
  • Therapy for Kids & Teens
  • Personal Growth
Authors
Philippa Perry
Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
Published
February 4, 2020
Format
Print & ebook
Reading lane
Family & Relationships