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The Atlas of Happiness

The Global Secrets of How to Be Happy

by Helen Russell
Helen Russell
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This charming and entertaining guide offers listeners the chance to learn and be inspired by the "untranslatable" beliefs and unique perspectives on how to live a happier life from countries around the world. Listeners can seek and find happiness in their everyday lives guided by the diverse assortment of advice, history, and philosophies on how to develop and experience special cultural traits like:
  • Sobremesa from Spain
  • Turangawaewae from New Zealand
  • Setta reddast from Iceland
  • Azart from Russia
  • Tarab from Syria
  • joie de vivre from Canada
  • and many more.

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    • Release date

      April 2, 2019

    • Formats

      • OverDrive Listen audiobook

        • ISBN: 9781549149146
        • File size: 177819 KB
        • Duration: 06:10:27

    • Languages

      • English

    • Reviews

      • Library Journal

        Starred review from May 1, 2019

        The latest from Russell (The Year of Living Dangerously; Gone Viking) is a tour de force, delivering unique perspectives of people from around the world and advice for how to live a happier life. From experiencing meraki (an introspective expression of care and love) in Greece to azart (passionate risk-taking) in Russia, Russell details how different cultures strive for and experience contentment. Many of the applications center on the feeling of cozy, proposing not only suggestions for more enjoyment but also background into the customs and mind-sets of the global community. VERDICT Highly recommended.

        Copyright 2019 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

      • AudioFile Magazine
        Helen Russell's enthusiasm is infectious as she tours the globe to identify what makes people happier. Her tone brims with a sense of mischief, optimism, and earnest authenticity. Russell is careful to explain that she is not concentrating on the world's happiest places but is creating a catalogue of cultural customs on how to live a good life. At times, the concept is stretched to a point of discomfort--vodka drinking in Russia or anything in Syria, given their horrendous civil war. And while it would be too much to expect Russell to perfectly pronounce all 30 happiness concepts--only three are English--it is a bit problematic to hear one that you do know but do not recognize due to its mispronunciation. A.B. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine

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