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Eric Weiner’s *The Geography of Bliss* is a humorous, nonfiction journey that traces his quest for happiness across continents. Beginning in America, he travels to Iceland, India, Switzerland, Qatar, Bhutan, and Asheville, turning each stop into an exploration of what makes people feel content.
Combining travel narrative with psychology and scientific insight, Weiner examines how culture, economic wealth, governance, and personal perspective shape joy. His light‑hearted tone balances scholarly observations with engaging storytelling, offering readers both practical travel inspiration and thought‑provoking ideas about happiness.
The book invites readers to consider where happiness truly resides and how it is experienced, making it a parallel guide for travelers and anyone curious about the many factors that influence well‑being.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Travel & Geography/Travel Writing
Authors: Eric Weiner
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