Denmark is often said to be the happiest country in the world. That`s down to one thing: hygge. ` Hygge has been translated as everything from the art of creating intimacy to cosiness of the soul to taking pleasure from the presence of soothing things. My personal favourite is cocoa by candlelight...` You know hygge when you feel it. It is when you are cuddled up on a sofa with a loved one, or sharing comfort food with your closest friends. It is those crisp blue mornings when the light through your window is just right. Who better than Meik Wiking to be your guide to all things hygge? Meik is CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen & has spent years studying the magic of Danish life. In this beautiful, inspiring book he will help you be more hygge: from picking the right lighting & planning a dinner party through to creating an emergency hygge kit & even how to dress. Meik Wiking is the CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen. He is committed to finding out what makes people happy & has concluded that hygge is the magic ingredient that makes Danes the happiest nation in the world. ...

The Japanese talk about ikigai as `a reason to get up in the morning`. It is extraordinary that Japanese men`s longevity ranks 4th in the world, while Japanese women`s ranks 2nd. But perhaps this comes as no surprise when you know that the Japanese understanding of ikigai is embedded in their daily life & in absolutely everything that they do. In their professional careers, in their relationships with family members, in the hobbies they cultivate so meticulously. Ikigai is something that keeps one`s enthusiasm for life going, whether you are a cleaner of the famous Shinkansen bullet train, the mother of a newborn child or a Michelin-starred sushi chef. But how does one find ikigai? How does ikigai contribute to happiness? Neuroscientist & bestselling Japanese writer Ken Mogi provides an absorbing insight into this way of life, incorporating scientific research & first-hand experience, & providing a colourful narrative of Japanese culture at the same time. ...

`FORGET HYGGE. IT`S ALL ABOUT IKIGAI (THAT`S JAPANESE FOR A HAPPY LIFE)` The Times`WHEN IT COMES TO TRANSATLANTIC ASPIRATIONAL LIVING, IT`S NOW ALL ABOUT IKIGAI` ELLE`THE NEW LIFESTYLE MANTRA` Sunday Times Find out how to live a long & happy life thanks to the ikigai miracle, a Japanese philosophy that helps you find fulfilment, joy & mindfulness in everything you do. It is extraordinary that Japanese men`s longevity ranks 4th in the world, while Japanese women`s ranks 2nd. But perhaps this comes as no surprise when you know that the Japanese understanding of ikigai is embedded in their daily life & in absolutely everything that they do. In their professional careers, in their relationships with family members, in the hobbies they cultivate so meticulously. Ken Mogi identifies five key pillars to ikigai: Pillar 1: Starting small Pillar 2: Releasing yourself Pillar 3: Harmony & sustainability Pillar 4: The joy of little things Pillar 5: Being in the here & now The Japanese talk about ikigai as `a reason to get up in the morning`. It is something that keeps one`s enthusiasm for life going, whether you are a cleaner of the famous Shinkansen bullet train, the mother of a newborn child or a Michelin-starred sushi chef. The Five Pillars at the heart of everything they do. But how do you find your own ikigai? How does ikigai contribute to happiness? Neuroscientist & bestselling Japanese writer Ken Mogi provides an absorbing insight into this way of life, incorporating scientific research & first-hand experience, & providing a colourful narrative of Japanese culture & history along the way. ...

Did you know? * Annie Chapman`s uterus & Mary Jane Kelly`s heart were removed by the killer *A prince of England is amongst the suspects * Some believe the killings were covered up by the Masons The Jack the Ripper mystery is one of the greatest whodunnits the world has ever known. With a backdrop of swirling fog, top hats & dark alleys, it is easy to see why this fascinating tale still continues to capture the imagination. The Little Book of Jack the Ripper explores the world of Victorian London, examining the case from every angle & including witness statements, reports & the reactions of the press. Richly illustrated, it is a book that you can dip in & out of during the twilight hours (but only if you`re brave enough!). Compiled by the Whitechapel Society & drawing on their incredible expertise, it will delight true-crime enthusiasts everywhere. ...

The Little Book of Kindness will teach you how to be kind to yourself, to strangers, to those you love, to the world
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Author, illustrator & comic book artist Yumi Sakugawa shares a wide range of useful & unexpected tips for looking & feeling better, streamlining & improving your home life, & creating fun & artsy DIY projects that can brighten your living space. Inspired by her popular ” Secret Yumiverse” tips originally posted on Wonder How To.com, The Little Book of Life Hacks offers a wide range of practical advice & fun tips for everything from how to:
- Remove dark circles from under your eyes
- Make cold brew iced coffee at home
- Throw the perfect apartment party on a budget
- Work out at home without a gym membership
- Take the perfect afternoon power nap...and more! Featuring Yumi`s signature h&-drawn illustrations throughout, The Little Book of Life Hacks is a distinctive & perfect gift for recent graduates & young working women who want to learn practical ways to organise & improve their daily life while still having fun.




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Did you Know? Lost property handed in to London Transport over the years has included three dead bats in a box, two human skulls, several silicon breast implants, an outboard motor from a boat, an artificial leg & a whole stuffed gorilla. After Charles II`s son Duke of Monmouth was executed for treason his head was sewn back on so he could sit for a royal portrait. In 1868 London`s first ever set of traffic lights blew up, killing a policeman & causing the mounts of a passing platoon of cavalry to stampede. When a new stretch of the Piccadilly Line tunnel was excavated from Finsbury Park to Hammersmith in July 1902, the spoil was used to build up the terraces at Chelsea`s Stamford Bridge football ground. With a range of 30 miles, the main guns of HMS Belfast are targeted on Barnet & if fired would destroy Scratchwood Services on the M1. ...

Lykke (Luu-kah) (n): Happiness It`s easy to see why Denmark is often called the world`s happiest country. Not only do they have equal parental leave for men & women, free higher education & trains that run on time, but they burn more candles per household than anywhere else. So nobody knows more about happiness
- what the Danes call lykke
- than Meik Wiking, CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen & author of the bestselling sensation The Little Book of Hygge. But he believes that, whilst we can certainly learn a lot from the Danes about finding fulfilment, the keys to happiness are actually buried all around the globe. In this captivating book, he takes us on a treasure hunt to unlock the doors to inner fulfilment. From how we spend our precious time, to how we relate to our neighbours & cook dinner, he gathers evidence, stories & tips from the very happiest corners of the planet. This is the ultimate guide to how we can all find a little more lykke in our lives. Meik Wiking is the CEO of The Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen & is one of the world`s leading experts in happiness. Committed to understanding happiness, subjective well-being & quality of life, Meik works with countries across the world to discover & explore global trends of life satisfaction. Only someone absolutely dedicated to happiness sits in coffee shops across the world counting peoples` smiles! His first book, The Little Book of Hygge, became an international bestseller & will soon be published in 31 countries.

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” The Little Book of Manchester” is an intriguing, fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of places, people & events in the city, from its Roman origins to the present day. Here you can read about the important contributions the city made to the history of the nation, learn about the individual communities & how they came together to form the modern city & meet some of the great men & women, the eccentrics & the scoundrels with which its history is littered. A reliable reference book & a quirky guide, its bite-sized chunks of history can be dipped into time & again to reveal some new facts about the story of this amazing city. This is a remarkably engaging little book
- essential reading for visitors & locals alike. It is guaranteed to hold some surprises, even for those who think they know the city well.
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Often we all feel frantic & stressed when travelling, whether on the daily commute or the annual family holiday. But travel presents many opportunities that
- with a mindful approach
- can open up our minds & hearts to new places, new people & new experiences that can enrich our existence. Often we focus on where we are going & how we are to get there, but the questions this book poses are why we travel & how we can gain fulfilment by doing so. With inspirational"es, practical travel tips & Tiddy`s own observations on travel, The Little Book of Mindful Travel is a stimulating read for travelling both in mind & body.

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