The Geography of Bliss

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“The Geography of Bliss” by Eric Weiner is a humorous and insightful travel memoir that takes readers on a global journey to explore different cultures’ definitions of happiness. Weiner visits countries known for their high happiness levels, offering a mix of personal anecdotes, cultural exploration, and psychological research. His unique perspective blends humor with thought-provoking reflections on well-being.

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“The Geography of Bliss” by Eric Weiner is a travel memoir that explores the pursuit of happiness across the world. Weiner, a self-proclaimed “grump,” embarks on a journey to countries known for their high happiness rankings, including Iceland, Bhutan, and the Netherlands. As he travels, he contrasts different cultural approaches to well-being, often with humor and skepticism. The book blends personal anecdotes, research on psychology and sociology, and a witty narrative to examine what makes people happy. Weiner’s reflections on the human quest for contentment offer readers both insight and humor in exploring the meaning of happiness across diverse cultures.