The Happiness Myth: Why What We Think Is Right Is Wrong

Jennifer Michael Hecht

ISBN 10: 0060813970 / ISBN 13: 9780060813970

Published by HarperOne, 2007

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Title: The Happiness Myth: Why What We Think Is ...

Publisher: HarperOne

Publication Date: 2007

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very good

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Synopsis:

A cultural history of the concept of happiness challenges popular beliefs about how such goals as wealth, an ideal body, and anti-depressants have actually affected happiness levels in the past, in an account that tests popular scientific perspectives that promote dogmatic or ritualized modes of self-care. By the author of Doubt: A History.

Review:

“Hecht’s curiosity ranges widely, and the breadth of her learning is impressive... Fresh and daring analysis.” (Washington Post)

“Deep and thoughtful.” (Michael Shermer, Scientific American)

“Among the raft of happiness books published lately, this one is the obvious standout. I suggest climbing aboard.” (Cleveland Plain Dealer)