I laughed my way through most of this book. It is a clever, funny book written by an NPR correspondent who travels the globe searching for the place of happiness. Part travelogue, Weiner travels to countries like Switzerland, wondering if people there are happy because it is the most democratic country in the world. Then, a visit to Iceland, where people are presently creating their own culture. What makes us happy, and what doesn’t make us happy? It is insightful and hilarious, peppered with quotes from philosophers (from Russell to Nietzsche), scholars, and spiritual leaders. Great non-fiction read. I also highly recommend the audio book version too–narrated by Weiner himself.
-Sam
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