Review of Figments of Persuasion Field Guide

[Harshitha G B]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Figments of Persuasion Field Guide" by Nancy L Vallette.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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The book "Figments of Persuasion Field Guide," authored by Nancy Vallette and illustrated by Don Stephenson, delves into the intricacies of human emotions. The main focus of this book is the exploration of human emotions, including details on these emotions' origins, purposes, and ways to spot them in other people. being aware of their true intentions.
 
The author initiated a debate about the diversity of figments that surround us. These figments, which bear the names of mythological creatures, are the result of a range of human emotions, environments, and circumstances. This method piques our interest and stimulates our imagination, motivating us to read more and comprehend our feelings more fully. Some figments are widely known; some are identifiable to those in my immediate vicinity; others are deliberately disregarded due to the repercussions; and some are brushed under the rug. When the conversation turns to explaining little feelings, such as showing an interest in miniatures, dreaming about travel, feeling the joy of being at home, appreciating the surroundings, and gathering ideas, it becomes evident that these small feelings are important in life.

The author identifies these feelings, talks about them, offers advice on how to spot them in ourselves, and creates a strategy to have a positive influence on life. Do we identify with these feelings and encounter them frequently in our day-to-day activities? I like how the author included different dream interpretations, which are a fundamental yet significant aspect of existence, as well as other ideas that we may not be able to recognize in day-to-day life, such as the notion of the "soapbox," which describes people who collect ideas. These stories helped me understand how important it is to notice emotions, even if they seem simple, absurd, or obvious. For instance, I discovered that it's possible to cultivate an inexhaustible sense of pleasure, practice idea capture constantly, and value the opinions of others—all of which are conducive to personal development.
 
The author demonstrates how we often ignore or refuse to acknowledge important feelings like regret, empathy, and dreams in our introspective reflections on the topic of human emotions. The explanation provides a comprehensive overview of the spectrum of human emotions, highlighting their positive and negative impacts on our lives and surroundings.

I rate this book 5 out of 5. The author's ability to combine a variety of emotional descriptions into a single book with easily understandable, precise writing was the most enjoyable feature, along with the illustrations. The book has an engaging conversation and valuable information, which, above all, made it easier for me to understand the relevance of the parts and the depth of the author's narrative, thanks to the poignant visuals. The illustrations were both creative and perfect for the book's content. I didn't find anything that didn't earn my appreciation, nor were there any aspects that I disliked. I give the author and artist full credit for their amazing work since the content was excellent and the visuals were superb. The editing staff performed a fantastic job, providing a well-formatted book with no errors for a pleasurable reading experience. I recommend this book to everyone, especially those who are interested in creative drawing and human emotions exploration.

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[Gerry Steen]

You have aroused my curiosity of figments of imagination and how they relate to emotions. I think I might learn something I never thought of before. I am putting this book in my bookshelves. Thank you for this enticing review.

[Priya Murugesan]

A very good review! I absolutely love good illustrations and am interested in human emotions. So I would enjoy this book!

[Anu Anand]

Your review is fantastic and has really piqued my interest! The exploration of human emotions through creative illustrations and storytelling sounds captivating. I appreciate how the author delves into the significance of both major and minor feelings, making them relatable and insightful. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this book.

[David Awunor]

I would love to read this book! Could you please tell me the genre it falls under?

[Yashi Shukla]

Sounds like an interesting read. I would definitely read this book. Thank you for your review.

[Lakshmi12345]

THE BOOK cover Illustration itself caught my attention, if the picture are same detailed like cover page in entire book means, it will be enjoyable with good message as you mentioned in the review.

[Anshika Kanan]

I really like the description you have given about this book. Though I'm not keen about it, I don't think I will pick this up.