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The Architecture of Happiness by Alain de Botton is a thought-provoking masterpiece that has captivated readers worldwide, soaring to the status of a Number One International Bestseller. This engaging work intricately explores the profound connections between our environments and emotional well-being.
Delving into the essence of beauty in our living spaces, de Botton raises essential questions that resonate with many:
Embark on a captivating journey as de Botton examines a diverse range of structures, from quaint medieval wooden huts to towering modern skyscrapers. His in-depth analysis covers:
This book serves not only as a guide to understanding architecture but also as a profound meditation on how our surroundings impact our state of mind. With rich philosophical insights, The Architecture of Happiness will transform your perception of home and its influence on your life.
Lauded by critics from the Observer and Literary Review, de Botton's eloquent prose makes complex ideas accessible, revealing how the spaces we inhabit can significantly affect our happiness and appreciation of life.
ISBN: | 9780241970058 |
Author: | Alain de Botton |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Dimensions: | 197 x 129 x 21 mm |
Publication Date: | 27 March, 2014 |
Pagination: | 288 pages, B/W interleaved throughout |
Weight: | 338g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
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Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’