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Dalai Lama (2000) believes that seeking happiness "lies in our nature":The desire or need to be happy knows no bounds.It is something that lies in our nature. As such, it needs nogrounds and it is justified by the simple fact thatit is something we rightly want out of our nature.One has also asked if happiness is as important in all cultures. The answer is that happiness is at the top of the wish-list in every country; It is more important than wealth and to come to heaven, and as important as love (Diener and Biswas-Diener, 2008)....what makes us richer has been costly. The wealth, or what has been the prerequisite for wealth, has reduced a quieter life, close and stable relationships, we are moving apart. A materialistic lifestyle has a negative connection with happiness (Hellevik, 2003).NEF (2016) has calculated values on Happy Planet Index for 140 countries. Highest ranks Costa Rica and a number of other countries in Latin America. The population of Costa Rica has high values for happiness and longevity, and they have low values of ecological footprints. Norway has very high values of happiness and longevity, but also of footprints. In total, Norway is ranked twelfth and therefore highest among European countries, but closely followed by Albania. The United Kingdom is at thirty-fourth place, Canada number eighty-five and the United States number 108.

'The cluster of my romantic catastrophes were never-ending. They were engrained in the laws of the universe, governed by science, and most frighteningly, always to be expected.' Verity Ellis is a twenty-something millennial who thinks the best way to learn about life is through dating. Unbridled in her pursuit of love, she dives head first into the dating pool, where she discovers everything is a little more complex than she thought it would be. Verity encounters a vast array of men who teach her to navigate the treacherous and mystifying journey of life and the language of love. With her sassy best friend, Lily, Verity's twenties are a fun-filled adventure of hotels, hotspots and spontaneous trips around the world. Heartbreaking and hilarious, Men I Dated So You Don't Have To is a sharp, sexy and at times, sinister tale which champions friendship and female survival in the modern age.

Sir Henry Ralph Stanley Birkin Bt., better known as 'Tim' after the children's comic book character, Tiger Tim, will be remembered as one of the most daring and sporting of pre-war racing drivers. A contemporary of Sir Henry Segrave and Sir Malcolm Campbell he was regarded as one of the most famous drivers of the period. He twice won the Le Mans 24 Hour race in 1929 and 1931. One of the glamorous "Bentley Boys", silk scarf flying in the wind, he was a fearless and ferociously fast competitor. On one occasion at Le Mans he took on the challenge of pushing the Mercedes SSK of Rudi Caracciola to breaking point. He succeeded; passing the German on the Mulsanne straight, two wheels on the grass, one tyre in shreds, at 126 m.p.h. He continued driving, pedal to the floor, breaking the lap record in the process. Belying his daredevil image, Sir Henry was an unassuming, shy man who suffered from a stammer but was passionate in his belief that Great Britain should be a preeminent motor racing nation. Full Throttle captures at first hand Birkin's accounts of the excitement and thrills of racing that he so loved. It was first published in 1932, the year before he died at the age of 36 as a result of burns incurred from leaning on a hot exhaust pipe after finishing 3rd at the Tripoli Grand Prix. This illustrated Daredevil Books edition features a new foreword by Allan Winn, former CEO of Brooklands Museum and reflections on Birkin's life by Derek Bell, five times Le Mans winner.

Author looks back on his lengthy career working for the BBC.

MAKING MICHAEL delves deep inside the career of one of the mostsuccessful, enigmatic and controversial entertainers of all time:Michael Jackson. Side-stepping sensationalism, journalist Mike Smallcombe enters uncharteredterritory as he takes you behind the scenes to reveal the real Jackson, a manfew people ever got to know. Interviewing over sixty of Jackson's associates including managers, lawyers,music executives, producers, musicians and engineers - many of whom arespeaking about their experiences publicly for the first time - he providesexclusive access to one of the biggest-selling recording artists in history. Featuring a foreword by Matt Forger, one of Jackson's longest serving andmost loyal collaborators, MAKING MICHAEL takes readers into thestudio with the King of Pop, charting the creation of record-breaking albumsincluding Thriller, Bad, Dangerous and HIStory and the twists and turnsthat occurred along the way. Untold stories, revelations and secrets finallysee the light of day as Jackson's career outside the studio is also examined. Smallcombe remains objective and doesn't shy away from exploringJackson's ruthless traits, his addictions, his fall outs, the relentless pursuit ofperfectionism, the financial chaos and those shocking final weeks. MIKE SMALLCOMBE is a British journalist living and working in theUK. www.makingmichael.co.ukTwitter: @mikesmallcombe1

The year was 1931. Amadeus Rupert and Colin Freeman joined the Metropolitan Police in London at the same time.Total strangers and completely different characters. except for their love of flying, which took them in different directions during World War Two. Colin became a Squadron Leader, flying Spitfires. Amadeus flew with Coastal Command, then Bomber Command.He had fallen head over heels in love with Deborah, who he married in 1933. Love at first sight or so they thought. But the fortunes of war would have a profound effect on all three friends whose lives would change forever.

After the success of their previous gold-hunting escapades, Faiza, Jack and Wade are looking forward to a quieter summer. But in the shadows, someone is keen to make sure their summer holidays are their last.After obtaining some irresistible clues, they are drawn into another thrilling hunt and dangerous chase. Following the trail of mysteries both old and new, they venture into even more death-defying adventures, both above and below ground. Will they survive long enough to find the elusive gold?

The life of Harry Morris was a classic 'rags to riches' tale: an East End Jewish barrow boy who became a feted nightclub operator in Knightsbridge and Mayfair. But there was a price to pay - his drive to transcend humble roots and a devastating early illness came at the cost of much myth-making and a family schism.Now, in 1963, as Harry makes a swansong cruise around the world with his mistress on a 'millionaire's yacht', the Caronia, his mask starts to slip. Each port of call brings back fresh memories and challenging revelations.Taking advantage of the crumbling of Harry's facade, Daniel Gardner tries to separate fact from fiction and understand why his glamorous but enigmatic grandfather disowned his heritage. It becomes a journey that will take him all the way back to the ancestral village in Poland and a universal story of emigration and reinvention. And in the process will he be able to help put the splintered ends of the family tree back together again?

What Will Happen to You? A dark comedy about a reluctant accountant who wishes he was someone else, doing something else, being somewhere else, but who, what and where?We track Robbie Carton's descent from his mind- numbing accounting job to...? Well, something else probably, but before that, he has to escape his life, the tarantula, Paris, an office full of absurdity, the outback, wheelie bins and of course, Bentley, Robbie's boss and natural enemy according to Robbie. Even if he manages all that, will he ever find a way to tell Sophie he loves her?

Have you ever wondered where Attila the Hun and the Goths fit into History? When was the Renaissance, and the Restoration, and the Reformation, and were they related? Who fought the English Civil War, and why? What were the US Civil War and War of Independence all about?All these questions are answered in this brilliantly simple timeline.It's a timeline of ALL history, from the Big Bang, through to Julius Caesar, Jesus, the Renaissance, the World Wars and finally the Queen's death and the present day, and it makes for the ultimate coffee table, or interesting bathroom browsing, read!

This is the book that you might think of taking along as part of your holiday reading, whilst relaxing on a sun-soaked tropical beach. If so, you may be in for a shock. A young couple manage to acquire a dilapidated resort hotel on an island in the Indian Ocean and through hard work turn it into a hotspot for the rich and famous. But their journey is fraught with difficulties and surprises, straining their relationship to its limits. You will not believe the things that happened at Vanilla Beach. But you should, because almost all of them actually did. Just as one problem is solved, another pops up, each one stranger or more frightening than before. Once you have read Vanilla Beach you may never want to go on vacation again.And don't believe that this is just a book; what happens in it could happen to you.

In a world of constant change, where the very nature of work is evolving, how can organizations adapt to embrace a more human-centric approach?The answer lies within the pages of Neverland, a thought-provoking and insightful book by Trevor Hudson.Drawing upon years of experience driving organizational change and a deep commitment to transforming the way we work, the author explores the foundations of a more human-centered philosophy for the future of work.This book serves as a guide for overwhelmed leaders, trapped in the patterns inherited from their predecessors, often rooted in outdated Western, patriarchal and paper-based paradigms. It's a call to action, encouraging readers to ask the big questions that can unlock previously unconsidered possibilities in how we work and lead.The upheaval of 2020, marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, forced millions to work from home. The unexpected experiment demonstrated that remote work is not only possible but can even boost productivity. Yet, it also revealed the toll it can take on individual wellbeing. This book examines the impact of this monumental shift and the opportunities it presents, Neverland doesn't just highlight the challenges; it offers practical solutions and insights drawn from a rich tapestry of collective wisdom and pioneering efforts across various fields. As we navigate the ever-changing landscape of the future of work, two formidable challenges emerge: predicting the future itself and tailoring the human-centric approach to each unique organisation.This book delves into these challenges, shedding light on what pioneers are doing to lead their companies into this new era. It's a dynamic space, and readers are invited to be as excited as the author about the possibilities it holds. With insight, wisdom, and a dash of inspiration, this book is an invitation to leaders, innovators, and dreamers to be bold, ask the tough questions, and imagine a new world of work - a Neverland - where the landscape of productivity, creativity and the desires-made-real of every individual and employee coexist.

A Gambler's Tale consists of a collection of memories from the incredible gambling life of Stevie Thomas. From casinos to poker and everything in between, this book is a fascinating insight into the radical existence of a gambling family complete with some extraordinary tales.This book details stories from all over the world, well known names and faces, as well as providing a brief history of the gambling scene in London.

Kim Hudson provides a well-researched and compassionate approach to bridging the worlds of linear and circular thinking. She reveals a core pattern to the inner workings of linear and circular thinking, which holds the key to crossing the distance between them. With this framework we can expand our leadership potential, bring indigenous wisdoms into modern practice, support the co-existence of masculine and feminine perspectives, transform our societal and organizational approaches to issues like climate change, and more! Backed up by scientific research, and drawing on her experience as an exploration geologist, First Nation consultant, archetypal story analyst, and federal land claims negotiator, Hudson offers a book that is as intriguing as it is practical.A big part of my leadership is to stay engaged in difficult conversations. We need to see the value in that relationship. The Bridge gives us a powerful framework for exploring a tough issue and discovering something good on the other side.Grand Chief Peter Johnston Council of Yukon First NationsReading this thoughtful and courageous book feels like opening a gift from Kim Hudson. It is rich with insight, science, stories, and personal reflection, making it highly engaging, readable and provocative. Kim's personal stories allow us to reach into our own. It is the right book at the right time: opening our imagination to new ways forward.Dr. Brenda Morrison (PhD) SFU Centre for Restorative JusticeWith warmth and wit, Hudson draws on memorable stories that provide a well-researched, compassionate, and novel approach to humanity's crossed wires. The Bridge is an important book for everyone committed to sustainability, Reconciliation, and inclusion. It should be required reading for board directors, activists, educators, and bureaucrats in these complex times.Catherine Warren, Community & Economic Development Leader

Michael Rose observes the world with a passionate and playful eye, bringing the everyday to life. Whether drawing on his family history, his personal love story, the Scottish coastline, or the vocabulary of modern food criticism, what underpins his sharp observations is affection.Both social commentary and documentary, his poems address the heart and mind. Michael Rose grew up and lives in London, a city that has set free his feet and his imagination to roam where they will.

Identical twins Sylvie and Betty Allard loathe each other. They loathe the outside world more.Estranged for ten years, their worlds collide.A shared competitive streak leads them to derail each other as they embark on a killing spree of celebs and wannabes to make the world a better place.As the net and the Met closes in on them, the twins might need to work together, for the first time ever.A crime noir literary romp.

My Little Book of Stamps is the world's first humorous book about stamp collecting.The author takes us on a colourful journey through his own collection, featuring stamps from over 400 countries, old and new.Each stamp is accompanied by a witty rhyming couplet and an entertaining explanatory note placing it in its political and historical context.

Joe Hawkins was America's most enigmatic rock star, but did he fake his own death to live a new life of freedom? Tyler Rafferty risks everything to discover the truth...1987. At a San Francisco hospital, psychiatric patient William Kendrick claims to be Joe Hawkins, wild lead singer of Sixties rock band The Gracious Dawn, who died in 1970. Psychology student Tyler Rafferty is drawn into a dark labyrinth of mind games, to discover if William really is Joe Hawkins or a dangerous fantasist and master manipulator.Los Angeles to Paris, Joe Hawkins' extraordinary life story emerges, rising from humble poet to decadent rock idol. Tyler is running on lost time to solve the mystery of William Kendrick's identity and uncover an explosive secret hidden from the world.

Follow the extraordinary adventures of Wilhelmina the Good Witch as she makes her way through a magnificent forest encountering many people along her way.Learn how she uses the Magic Hat and her kindness to help others without putting a spell on them.Be enthralled by the beautiful flowers, butterflies, animals and nature that she's surrounded by in this enchanting tale!Let's feel the Magic!

East End Eats is more than just a cookbook; it is a gateway to East London's vibrant and eclectic culinary scene. Displaying an array of recipes from the coolest and most popular restaurants in the area, this book offers a unique insight into the diverse and imaginative cooking typical of East London. Authored by the marketing and hospitality expert, Stephan Bucher, East End Eats presents a compilation of recipes that reflect the rich cultural heritage and burgeoning food culture of East London. The recipes featured in this book range from iconic dishes of top restaurants like Angelina and Galvin La Chapelle to cocktails from leading bars such as Map Maison and Looking Glass. With clear and concise instructions plus stunning photography, any cook, novice or experienced, can replicate the signature flavours of East London in their own home. Add some East London flair to your personal cooking with this incredible addition to your cookbook collection. Regardless of whether you are an experienced foodie or just curious about new cuisines, East End Eats is a must-have for all who desire to sample the cuisine of one of the most exciting food destinations worldwide.978-1-912850-16-7

A chance encounter with a van leads DCI Cartwright into a convoluted case riddled with coincidences. The van is en route for London but the cargo, smuggled from Amsterdam and landed by boat on the River Deben, is not quite what the courier had been expecting. The discovery of a kidnapped and assaulted Dutch student is only the beginning and Cartwright becomes suspicious of the activities of a cut-price enterprise and a dodgy antiques business in Bethnal Green where a syndicate of small-time cockney villains is looking to develop the potential for import and export of stolen jewellery and antiques and an increasing demand for cannabis.

The Gamble is the fourth volume in the Ian Caxton Thriller series.Ian Caxton has committed to a major change in his career, but will the gamble prove a success?Fresh challenges face Ian and his colleagues as they attempt to unravel more mysteries in the art world.Are the paintings of 'Sir Edgar Brookfield' and 'Mademoiselle Chad' worth millions of pounds? Who's the famous artist hidden behind the signature, 'Madeleine B' and why does Ian think an identicalpainting, currently on display in the Musée des Beaux- Arts d'Orléans, is really a fake?Is Gladstone's association with his boyhood hero connected to the murder of Millie Hobbie and why is Ian's nemesis, Jonathan Northgate, back in his life?All is revealed in the continuing page-turning tales of adventure, risks and rewards, where paintings once considered lost are now worth millions of pounds.

It is 1834 and Daniel Shenkin a Welsh coal miner, political activist, and bare knuckle fighter has spent two years in the convict barracks prison of Sydney's penal colony. Together with his fellow convict Regan O'Hara they have been granted their 'Tickets of Leave' on the understanding that any misdemeanour would result in the removal of the Tickets and their full sentences imposed. Twenty years hard labour.They find themselves on the streets. Penniless but for the diamond pendant that Shenkin had hidden away in his ponytail head scarf. This together with the help of the woman he loves and Doctor Tarn from the convict ship The Runnymede, they go looking for the one time London fence Abe Goldspick to sell him the diamond.After a bare knuckle fight their sworn enemy Lord Feltsham, who wants both the woman and the diamond for himself, arranges a conspiracy headed by Feltsham's henchman Ketch. It results in Shenkin and O'Hara being sent to the notorious Port Arthur penal settlement. It is a brutal place from where few convicts ever return. But in a two-fisted action-packed story they plan an escape from what seems an inescapable prison. They do it in a way no one would dare risk. The hard way.It's a breathtaking adventure set in the grim world of the 19th century. Against all the odds Shenkin is a one-man fighting machine. Survival is his mantra he is not for the faint hearted. Take a deep breath and enter his harsh brutal world with great care.Born into a Welsh mining village in South Wales Davey Davies is a former Opera Singer, actor and entrepreneur. A traveller to remote parts of the world he has climbed a number of the worlds mountains including Everest. He now lives in Spain with his partner the artist Celia Vodden where he is busy writing and enjoying Rioja between chapters.www.terrencedaveydavies.com