Why read Solitude?

Book cover of Solitude: In Pursuit of a Singular Life in a Crowded World

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'An elegant, thoughtful book . . . beautifully expresses the importance and experience of liberation from the battery-hen life of constant connection and crowds.' Daily Mail

'A compelling study of the subtle ways in which modern life and technologies have transformed our behaviour and sense of self.' Times Literary Supplement

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1 author picked Solitude as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Neil Pasricha

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I needed and loved this book, which showed me how to be "alone and happy" rather than "alone and sad." Both halves of my brain were scratched because Michael’s a captivating writer with an arty flick-of-the-wrist style who also knows how to navigate the world of research and science.

Harris peels back the layers of this incredibly subtle life skill to show us why it’s crucial to master, what gets in the way, and how we can reorient ourselves in the distraction machine.

From Neil's list on The best books to create happy habits in your life.