Selfie: How We Became So Self-Obsessed and What It's Doing to Us

by Will Storr

Book Overview

"An intriguing odyssey" though the history of the self and the rise of narcissism (The New York Times).

Self-absorption, perfectionism, personal branding--it wasn't always like this, but it's always been a part of us. Why is the urge to look at ourselves so powerful? Is there any way to break its spell--especially since it doesn't necessarily make us better or happier people? Full of unexpected connections among history, psychology,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1468315897
• ISBN13: 9781468315899
• Release Date: March 2018
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"