A Splendid Isolation by Madeline Drexler

A Splendid Isolation by Madeline Drexler

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A Splendid Isolation by Madeline Drexler

What does Bhutan understand about happiness that the rest of the world does not? Award-winning journalist and author Madeline Drexler recently traveled to this Himalayan nation to discover how the audacious policy known as Gross National Happiness plays out in a fast-changing society where Buddhism is deeply rooted-but where the temptations and collateral damage of materialism are rising. Her reported essay blends lyrical travelogue, cultural history, personal insights, and provocative conversations with top policymakers, activists, bloggers, writers, artists, scholars, religious leaders, students, and ordinary citizens in many walks of life. This book is sure to fascinate readers interested in travel, Buddhism, progressive politics, and especially the study and practice of happiness.
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ISBN 13 9781499362640
ISBN 10 1499362641
Title A Splendid Isolation
Author Madeline Drexler
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Year published 2014-05-04
Number of pages 70
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