The Happiness Problem: Expecting Better in an Uncertain World

by Sam Wren-Lewis

We appear to have more control over our lives than ever before. If we could get things right - the perfect job, relationship, family, body and mind - then we'd be happy. With enough economic growth and technological innovation, we could cure all societal ills.

The Happiness Problem shows that this way of thinking is too simplistic and can even be harmful: no matter how much progress we make, we will still be vulnerable to disappointment,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1447353552
• ISBN13: 9781447353553
• Release Date: December 2019
• Publisher: Policy Press
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.5" x 8.4"