The Atlas of Happiness: The Global Secrets of How to Be Happy by Helen Russell

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


I really enjoyed this book so very much. It was an interesting look into the concept of happiness around the globe. After explaining each country's special concept of happiness (Ireland/Craic, Greece/Meraki, India/Jugaad) etc., she then gives you a few tips on how you can incorporate that concept into your own life. As she states, optimism isn't frivolous it is necessary and nowhere is perfect...every country has faults. But simple ideas can have a huge impact sometimes and this was a funny and thoughtful read.



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The Solace of Open Spaces by Gretel Ehrlich
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ehrlich is a poet who has discovered the therapeutic value of the west. She reminates on life on Wyoming's high plains with a sensitivity and affection that is in a league wth Annie Dillard or even Thoreau. It is a travelogue/meditation that is luminous, humorous, and eye opening. A lovely read.


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