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When journalist Helen Russell is offered a new life in a small Jutland village, she sets out to discover why Denmark consistently tops global happiness rankings. Over a year she examines Danish childcare, education, food habits, interior design, tax structure, gender equality, and even the country’s use of seasonal affective disorder treatments. Her observations reveal both the strengths and the challenges of Danish social life, offering insights into how the Danes maintain high levels of well‑being and what we might learn from their approach.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Travel & Geography/Travel Writing
Authors: Helen Russell
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