Skip to content
🍂Jump into our Autumn Sale🍂
🍂Jump into our Autumn Sale🍂
App Blogs Book Points The Book Club Newsletter Schools Support Shipping Wishlist Profile Orders
Fantastic Savings

Up to 80% off RRP

Free Delivery

On orders over £35 in the UK

1 Million Customers

Bargain prices since 2004

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Service

0116 210 4294 or email us

How to Be Perfect : An Illustrated Guide by Ron Padgett Extended Range Coffee House Press

How to Be Perfect : An Illustrated Guide by Ron Padgett

Sold out
£10.99 - £10.99
£10.99
£10.99
£10.99 - £10.99
£10.99
Availability:
Out of stock

Multi-buy savings

Mix any books, box sets or toys. The more items in your basket, the more you save.

  •   2 items 5% off
  •   3 items 8% off
  •   4 items 10% off
  •   5+ items 11% off

Extended Range Product | Free Delivery | UK Only

This product is part of our extended range. It will be dispatched separately from the rest of your order.

It is not included in promotions available to our main range products, as stated in our terms of service.

Gift wrap is not available. Product images are for illustrative purposes only; the cover supplied may vary.
SKU 9781566894555 ISBN: 9781566894555
by Coffee House Press
Make eye contact with a tree. "Do not practice cannibalism." "Wear comfortable shoes." "Sing, every once in a while." "In later life, become a mystic." Offbeat, warm, and funny, Ron Padgett's prescriptions for human perfection springs to life in Jason Novak's cartoons--a delightful match-up of sensibilities. And remember: "Don't give advice." Ron Padgett's How Long was a Pulitzer Prize finalist in poetry and his Collected Poems won the William Carlos Williams Award from the Poetry Society of America and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for the best poetry book of 2013. His work has been translated into eighteen languages. Jason Novak is a cartoonist whose work has appeared in the New Yorker the Paris Review and the Believer among other places. He lives in Oakland, California.;
Pagination: 112 pages B&W illustrations;
Date of Publication: 29/09/2016

FREE DELIVERY FOR ORDERS OVER £40

We aim to process and dispatch our orders within 24 hours. The orders go into our warehouse to be picked, packed and consolidated into one parcel where appropriate. Please note orders are only processed Monday-Friday.

We sometimes split orders between multiple parcels. Items from our extended range section are dispatched separately.

If any items are missing from your delivery, please allow 2 working days for the rest of your order to arrive before contacting us at sales@books2door.com

All of our books are 100% brand new, unread and purchased directly from the publishers in bulk allowing us to pass the huge savings on to you!

UK DELIVERIES

Single Books and items under 750g

Standard Delivery: £1.99  (2-4 working days)

Orders Under £40

Standard Delivery: £3.99 (2-4 working days)
Express Delivery: £5.99 (1-2 working days)

Orders between £40 and £100

Standard Delivery: Free (2-4 working days)
Express Delivery: £3.99 (reduced rate, 1-2 working days)

Orders over £100

Express Delivery: Free  (1-2 working days)

These delivery times are the maximum delivery periods that a purchase can take to reach our customers. Delivery may be sooner than this. These times are an estimation, not a guarantee.

There are no deliveries on Saturdays, Sundays or Bank Holidays.

We’ve been featured in...

BBC New Logo
The BookSeller metro
2022 Silver Awards
Mums Awards 2022
Innovation Awards 2022
{"id":7354050838707,"title":"How to Be Perfect : An Illustrated Guide by Ron Padgett","handle":"9781566894555","description":"Make eye contact with a tree. \"Do not practice cannibalism.\" \"Wear comfortable shoes.\" \"Sing, every once in a while.\" \"In later life, become a mystic.\" Offbeat, warm, and funny, Ron Padgett's prescriptions for human perfection springs to life in Jason Novak's cartoons--a delightful match-up of sensibilities. And remember: \"Don't give advice.\" Ron Padgett's How Long was a Pulitzer Prize finalist in poetry and his Collected Poems won the William Carlos Williams Award from the Poetry Society of America and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for the best poetry book of 2013. His work has been translated into eighteen languages. Jason Novak is a cartoonist whose work has appeared in the New Yorker the Paris Review and the Believer among other places. He lives in Oakland, California.; \u003cbr\u003e Pagination: 112 pages B\u0026amp;W illustrations; \u003cbr\u003e Date of Publication: 29\/09\/2016\u003cdiv class=\"goodreadr\" data-isbn=\"9781566894555\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2026-11-10T15:18:36+00:00","created_at":"2023-01-25T16:01:35+00:00","vendor":"Coffee House Press","type":"Extended Range","tags":["Author_Ron Padgett","Binding_Hardback","Delete","Extended Range","Genre_Mind \u0026 body","Imprint_Coffee House Press"],"price":1099,"price_min":1099,"price_max":1099,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":1099,"compare_at_price_min":1099,"compare_at_price_max":1099,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":42316097749171,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9781566894555","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":false,"name":"How to Be Perfect : An Illustrated Guide by Ron Padgett","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":1099,"weight":150,"compare_at_price":1099,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9781566894555","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/www.books2door.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/9781566894555.jpg?v=1674683256"],"featured_image":"\/\/www.books2door.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/9781566894555.jpg?v=1674683256","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"How to Be Perfect : An Illustrated Guide by Ron Padgett Extended Range Coffee House Press","id":25012803633331,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.748,"height":640,"width":479,"src":"\/\/www.books2door.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/9781566894555.jpg?v=1674683256"},"aspect_ratio":0.748,"height":640,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/www.books2door.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/9781566894555.jpg?v=1674683256","width":479}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"Make eye contact with a tree. \"Do not practice cannibalism.\" \"Wear comfortable shoes.\" \"Sing, every once in a while.\" \"In later life, become a mystic.\" Offbeat, warm, and funny, Ron Padgett's prescriptions for human perfection springs to life in Jason Novak's cartoons--a delightful match-up of sensibilities. And remember: \"Don't give advice.\" Ron Padgett's How Long was a Pulitzer Prize finalist in poetry and his Collected Poems won the William Carlos Williams Award from the Poetry Society of America and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for the best poetry book of 2013. His work has been translated into eighteen languages. Jason Novak is a cartoonist whose work has appeared in the New Yorker the Paris Review and the Believer among other places. He lives in Oakland, California.; \u003cbr\u003e Pagination: 112 pages B\u0026amp;W illustrations; \u003cbr\u003e Date of Publication: 29\/09\/2016\u003cdiv class=\"goodreadr\" data-isbn=\"9781566894555\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e"}
Order

We make it easy to find your favourite books

Delivery

We pack your order safely and send it straight to your door

Benefits

With book points, wishlist, refer a friend and more, you'll want to shop again

Support

Any problems? Contact our support team

Big box sets at tiny prices

Welcome to Books2Door, the one-stop shop for all your children's book needs! We specialise in selling cheap children’s box sets and series at bargain prices.

At Books2Door, we believe that reading is a fundamental skill that every child should have to help improve their vocabulary, grammar, and critical thinking skills.

We understand that buying kids books can be expensive. That's why we offer a wide range of box sets and series at affordable prices, making it easier for parents, teachers, and libraries to access quality books for children.

Our team is made up of book lovers who are dedicated to sourcing and providing the best books for kids. We work closely with publishers and authors to ensure that we offer the best books on the market for your child.

Our story
Trustpilot

FAQs

Are your books brand new? How are they such good value?

All our books are brand new and delivered to us straight from the publisher. Our special sales editions are bought in bulk at a great discount - which we pass on to you!

Are the books different from what I've seen in the high street?

Special sales editions are made with more affordable materials, allowing the publisher to keep the cost price down, and we can sell it for less than the standard editions

What if I have a problem with my order?

Our support team is available during regular business hours to support you with any questions you may have. Call or 0116 210 4294 or email us.
Fantastic Savings

Up to 80% off RRP

Unlimited Delivery

From £9.95 a year with PLUS+

1 Million Customers

Bargain prices since 2004

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Service

0116 210 4294 or email us

Customers Usually Start Here

{"id":7354050838707,"title":"How to Be Perfect : An Illustrated Guide by Ron Padgett","handle":"9781566894555","description":"Make eye contact with a tree. \"Do not practice cannibalism.\" \"Wear comfortable shoes.\" \"Sing, every once in a while.\" \"In later life, become a mystic.\" Offbeat, warm, and funny, Ron Padgett's prescriptions for human perfection springs to life in Jason Novak's cartoons--a delightful match-up of sensibilities. And remember: \"Don't give advice.\" Ron Padgett's How Long was a Pulitzer Prize finalist in poetry and his Collected Poems won the William Carlos Williams Award from the Poetry Society of America and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for the best poetry book of 2013. His work has been translated into eighteen languages. Jason Novak is a cartoonist whose work has appeared in the New Yorker the Paris Review and the Believer among other places. He lives in Oakland, California.; \u003cbr\u003e Pagination: 112 pages B\u0026amp;W illustrations; \u003cbr\u003e Date of Publication: 29\/09\/2016\u003cdiv class=\"goodreadr\" data-isbn=\"9781566894555\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2026-11-10T15:18:36+00:00","created_at":"2023-01-25T16:01:35+00:00","vendor":"Coffee House Press","type":"Extended Range","tags":["Author_Ron Padgett","Binding_Hardback","Delete","Extended Range","Genre_Mind \u0026 body","Imprint_Coffee House Press"],"price":1099,"price_min":1099,"price_max":1099,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":1099,"compare_at_price_min":1099,"compare_at_price_max":1099,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":42316097749171,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9781566894555","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":false,"name":"How to Be Perfect : An Illustrated Guide by Ron Padgett","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":1099,"weight":150,"compare_at_price":1099,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"9781566894555","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/www.books2door.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/9781566894555.jpg?v=1674683256"],"featured_image":"\/\/www.books2door.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/9781566894555.jpg?v=1674683256","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"How to Be Perfect : An Illustrated Guide by Ron Padgett Extended Range Coffee House Press","id":25012803633331,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.748,"height":640,"width":479,"src":"\/\/www.books2door.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/9781566894555.jpg?v=1674683256"},"aspect_ratio":0.748,"height":640,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/www.books2door.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/9781566894555.jpg?v=1674683256","width":479}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"Make eye contact with a tree. \"Do not practice cannibalism.\" \"Wear comfortable shoes.\" \"Sing, every once in a while.\" \"In later life, become a mystic.\" Offbeat, warm, and funny, Ron Padgett's prescriptions for human perfection springs to life in Jason Novak's cartoons--a delightful match-up of sensibilities. And remember: \"Don't give advice.\" Ron Padgett's How Long was a Pulitzer Prize finalist in poetry and his Collected Poems won the William Carlos Williams Award from the Poetry Society of America and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for the best poetry book of 2013. His work has been translated into eighteen languages. Jason Novak is a cartoonist whose work has appeared in the New Yorker the Paris Review and the Believer among other places. He lives in Oakland, California.; \u003cbr\u003e Pagination: 112 pages B\u0026amp;W illustrations; \u003cbr\u003e Date of Publication: 29\/09\/2016\u003cdiv class=\"goodreadr\" data-isbn=\"9781566894555\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e"}