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Format:
Book
Title:
The life-changing manga of tidying up : a magical story
Uniform Title:
Manga de Yomu Jinsei ga Tokimeku Kataduke no Maho. English
Author (alt. graph.):
近藤 麻理恵, author
ISBN:
9780399580536
Edition:
First American edition.
Publication:
California : Ten Speed Press, [2017]
Physical Description:
187 pages : illustrations ; 19 cm
General Note:
"Originally published in Japan as Manga de Yomu Jinsei ga Tokimeku Kataduke no Maho by Sunmark Publishing, Inc., Tokyo, in 2017"--Colophon.
Contents:
Decide to tidy up -- Visualize your ideal lifestyle -- Finish discarding first -- Tidy by category -- Just fold and stand upright -- Choose books by feel -- Papers and komono -- Leave sentimental items for last -- Store things where they belong -- Real life begins after putting your house in order.
Summary:
"From the #1 New York Times best-selling author and lifestyle/cleaning guru Marie Kondo, this graphic novelization brings Kondo's life-changing tidying method to life with the fun, quirky story of a woman who transforms her home, work, and love life using Kondo's advice and inspiration. Marie Kondo presents the fictional story of Chiaki, a young woman in Tokyo who struggles with a cluttered apartment, messy love life, and lack of direction. After receiving a complaint from her attractive next-door neighbor about the sad state of her balcony, Chiaki gets Kondo to take her on as a client. Through a series of entertaining and insightful lessons, Kondo helps Chiaki get her home--and life--in order. This insightful, illustrated case study is perfect for people looking for a fun introduction to the KonMari Method of tidying up, as well as tried-and-true fans of Marie Kondo eager for a new way to think about what sparks joy. Featuring illustrations by award-winning manga artist Yuko Uramoto, this book also makes a great read for manga and graphic novel lovers of all ages"-- Provided by publisher.
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