A Private History of Happiness by George Myerson
A moving and compelling anthology of quiet yet powerful moments of everyday bliss, drawn not from grand literary works but from private letters, journals and poems.
George Myerson has come up not with momentous revelations but small moments of joy -- Harry Eyres, Financial Times
This book gives delightfully fresh perceptions of where happiness can be found -- Professor Clare Brant, KCL
This is more than a book, it is a celebration, a bouquet, an energizing holiday -- Dr Phyllis Tickle
Bursting with feel-good factor * The Lady (5 stars) *
It seems a pity that we should need reminding of these pleasures; this charming book does so admirably* TLS *
This book gives delightfully fresh perceptions of where happiness can be found -- Professor Clare Brant, KCL
This is more than a book, it is a celebration, a bouquet, an energizing holiday -- Dr Phyllis Tickle
Bursting with feel-good factor * The Lady (5 stars) *
It seems a pity that we should need reminding of these pleasures; this charming book does so admirably* TLS *
George Myerson has written a number of books on ancient and contemporary culture, modern thought, and the philosophy of everyday life. He holds a PhD in English from Cambridge and was a Lecturer and Reader at King's College London.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781781854822 |
| ISBN 10 | 1781854823 |
| Title | A Private History of Happiness |
| Author | George Myerson |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2013-09-26 |
| Number of pages | 256 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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