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Dalai Lama (2000) believes that seeking happiness "lies in our nature":The desire or need to be happy knows no bounds.It is something that lies in our nature. As such, it needs nogrounds and it is justified by the simple fact thatit is something we rightly want out of our nature.One has also asked if happiness is as important in all cultures. The answer is that happiness is at the top of the wish-list in every country; It is more important than wealth and to come to heaven, and as important as love (Diener and Biswas-Diener, 2008)....what makes us richer has been costly. The wealth, or what has been the prerequisite for wealth, has reduced a quieter life, close and stable relationships, we are moving apart. A materialistic lifestyle has a negative connection with happiness (Hellevik, 2003).NEF (2016) has calculated values on Happy Planet Index for 140 countries. Highest ranks Costa Rica and a number of other countries in Latin America. The population of Costa Rica has high values for happiness and longevity, and they have low values of ecological footprints. Norway has very high values of happiness and longevity, but also of footprints. In total, Norway is ranked twelfth and therefore highest among European countries, but closely followed by Albania. The United Kingdom is at thirty-fourth place, Canada number eighty-five and the United States number 108.

'The cluster of my romantic catastrophes were never-ending. They were engrained in the laws of the universe, governed by science, and most frighteningly, always to be expected.' Verity Ellis is a twenty-something millennial who thinks the best way to learn about life is through dating. Unbridled in her pursuit of love, she dives head first into the dating pool, where she discovers everything is a little more complex than she thought it would be. Verity encounters a vast array of men who teach her to navigate the treacherous and mystifying journey of life and the language of love. With her sassy best friend, Lily, Verity's twenties are a fun-filled adventure of hotels, hotspots and spontaneous trips around the world. Heartbreaking and hilarious, Men I Dated So You Don't Have To is a sharp, sexy and at times, sinister tale which champions friendship and female survival in the modern age.

Sir Henry Ralph Stanley Birkin Bt., better known as 'Tim' after the children's comic book character, Tiger Tim, will be remembered as one of the most daring and sporting of pre-war racing drivers. A contemporary of Sir Henry Segrave and Sir Malcolm Campbell he was regarded as one of the most famous drivers of the period. He twice won the Le Mans 24 Hour race in 1929 and 1931. One of the glamorous "Bentley Boys", silk scarf flying in the wind, he was a fearless and ferociously fast competitor. On one occasion at Le Mans he took on the challenge of pushing the Mercedes SSK of Rudi Caracciola to breaking point. He succeeded; passing the German on the Mulsanne straight, two wheels on the grass, one tyre in shreds, at 126 m.p.h. He continued driving, pedal to the floor, breaking the lap record in the process. Belying his daredevil image, Sir Henry was an unassuming, shy man who suffered from a stammer but was passionate in his belief that Great Britain should be a preeminent motor racing nation. Full Throttle captures at first hand Birkin's accounts of the excitement and thrills of racing that he so loved. It was first published in 1932, the year before he died at the age of 36 as a result of burns incurred from leaning on a hot exhaust pipe after finishing 3rd at the Tripoli Grand Prix. This illustrated Daredevil Books edition features a new foreword by Allan Winn, former CEO of Brooklands Museum and reflections on Birkin's life by Derek Bell, five times Le Mans winner.

MAKING MICHAEL delves deep inside the career of one of the mostsuccessful, enigmatic and controversial entertainers of all time:Michael Jackson. Side-stepping sensationalism, journalist Mike Smallcombe enters uncharteredterritory as he takes you behind the scenes to reveal the real Jackson, a manfew people ever got to know. Interviewing over sixty of Jackson's associates including managers, lawyers,music executives, producers, musicians and engineers - many of whom arespeaking about their experiences publicly for the first time - he providesexclusive access to one of the biggest-selling recording artists in history. Featuring a foreword by Matt Forger, one of Jackson's longest serving andmost loyal collaborators, MAKING MICHAEL takes readers into thestudio with the King of Pop, charting the creation of record-breaking albumsincluding Thriller, Bad, Dangerous and HIStory and the twists and turnsthat occurred along the way. Untold stories, revelations and secrets finallysee the light of day as Jackson's career outside the studio is also examined. Smallcombe remains objective and doesn't shy away from exploringJackson's ruthless traits, his addictions, his fall outs, the relentless pursuit ofperfectionism, the financial chaos and those shocking final weeks. MIKE SMALLCOMBE is a British journalist living and working in theUK. www.makingmichael.co.ukTwitter: @mikesmallcombe1

Author looks back on his lengthy career working for the BBC.

Croeso i Gymru, Welcome to Wales.Croeso i Ddreigiau Cymru, Welcome to Welsh Dragons.But don't worry, you don't need to speak Welsh to enjoy this heartwarming tale of a friendly Welsh Dragon who, with the help of his shepherd friend, tries to dispel the idea that dragons are fierce and frightening. Along the way he encounters a valiant but timorous knight, a bold blacksmith and the even bolder women folk of a small Welsh village.A really fun read for children of all ages, follow Caradog's adventures from hatchling dragon to fame and celebrity throughout the land.

Butterbugs is a nobody, a nothing. But that's not why he's compelled to drive to Hollywood and hurl himself upon the mercy of the cinematic capital. His only dream is to act. Without any plans, resources or friends, he throws caution to the wind and embarks on a journey to the City of Angels.

The life of Harry Morris was a classic 'rags to riches' tale: an East End Jewish barrow boy who became a feted nightclub operator in Knightsbridge and Mayfair. But there was a price to pay - his drive to transcend humble roots and a devastating early illness came at the cost of much myth-making and a family schism.Now, in 1963, as Harry makes a swansong cruise around the world with his mistress on a 'millionaire's yacht', the Caronia, his mask starts to slip. Each port of call brings back fresh memories and challenging revelations.Taking advantage of the crumbling of Harry's facade, Daniel Gardner tries to separate fact from fiction and understand why his glamorous but enigmatic grandfather disowned his heritage. It becomes a journey that will take him all the way back to the ancestral village in Poland and a universal story of emigration and reinvention. And in the process will he be able to help put the splintered ends of the family tree back together again?

What Will Happen to You? A dark comedy about a reluctant accountant who wishes he was someone else, doing something else, being somewhere else, but who, what and where?We track Robbie Carton's descent from his mind- numbing accounting job to...? Well, something else probably, but before that, he has to escape his life, the tarantula, Paris, an office full of absurdity, the outback, wheelie bins and of course, Bentley, Robbie's boss and natural enemy according to Robbie. Even if he manages all that, will he ever find a way to tell Sophie he loves her?

Have you ever wondered where Attila the Hun and the Goths fit into History? When was the Renaissance, and the Restoration, and the Reformation, and were they related? Who fought the English Civil War, and why? What were the US Civil War and War of Independence all about?All these questions are answered in this brilliantly simple timeline.It's a timeline of ALL history, from the Big Bang, through to Julius Caesar, Jesus, the Renaissance, the World Wars and finally the Queen's death and the present day, and it makes for the ultimate coffee table, or interesting bathroom browsing, read!

In Green Lewisham we are invited to explore the surprisingly numerous green spaces in the Borough of Lewisham in south east London. Rivers, trees, grassy glades and wildlife are round almost every corner, hidden between houses and alongside railway lines and all lying less than ten miles from Trafalgar Square in central London. We have a brief history behind the many calming and natural sites and the photographs tempt us to go walking every day, and at all times of the year, as the trees change from bare branches to green leaves and then the brilliant jewel-like colours of the autumn. Discover herons and egrets, swans, and many, many species of birds as well as the ever-present ring-necked parakeets. Walk along the centuries-old River Ravensbourne and its tributaries, or find stunning views of London from the hilltops.Lewisham is celebrated as the London Borough of Culture in 2022. Candy Blackham has given us a unique book which opens our eyes to appreciating and enjoying the natural, green spaces in this special year.

During the Blitz in World War II, £5 million pounds in gold bullion was loaded onto a secret, secure train in London. When the train arrived at its destination the gold had vanished.Eighty years later, three teenagers stumble across the mystery and set out to find the truth. What starts as an enjoyable search soon turns into a mysterious, dangerous and thrilling hunt under and through the streets of London, and a fight for their lives.

In a world of constant change, where the very nature of work is evolving, how can organizations adapt to embrace a more human-centric approach?The answer lies within the pages of Neverland, a thought-provoking and insightful book by Trevor Hudson.Drawing upon years of experience driving organizational change and a deep commitment to transforming the way we work, the author explores the foundations of a more human-centered philosophy for the future of work.This book serves as a guide for overwhelmed leaders, trapped in the patterns inherited from their predecessors, often rooted in outdated Western, patriarchal and paper-based paradigms. It's a call to action, encouraging readers to ask the big questions that can unlock previously unconsidered possibilities in how we work and lead.The upheaval of 2020, marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, forced millions to work from home. The unexpected experiment demonstrated that remote work is not only possible but can even boost productivity. Yet, it also revealed the toll it can take on individual wellbeing. This book examines the impact of this monumental shift and the opportunities it presents, Neverland doesn't just highlight the challenges; it offers practical solutions and insights drawn from a rich tapestry of collective wisdom and pioneering efforts across various fields. As we navigate the ever-changing landscape of the future of work, two formidable challenges emerge: predicting the future itself and tailoring the human-centric approach to each unique organisation.This book delves into these challenges, shedding light on what pioneers are doing to lead their companies into this new era. It's a dynamic space, and readers are invited to be as excited as the author about the possibilities it holds. With insight, wisdom, and a dash of inspiration, this book is an invitation to leaders, innovators, and dreamers to be bold, ask the tough questions, and imagine a new world of work - a Neverland - where the landscape of productivity, creativity and the desires-made-real of every individual and employee coexist.

A Gambler's Tale consists of a collection of memories from the incredible gambling life of Stevie Thomas. From casinos to poker and everything in between, this book is a fascinating insight into the radical existence of a gambling family complete with some extraordinary tales.This book details stories from all over the world, well known names and faces, as well as providing a brief history of the gambling scene in London.

Kim Hudson provides a well-researched and compassionate approach to bridging the worlds of linear and circular thinking. She reveals a core pattern to the inner workings of linear and circular thinking, which holds the key to crossing the distance between them. With this framework we can expand our leadership potential, bring indigenous wisdoms into modern practice, support the co-existence of masculine and feminine perspectives, transform our societal and organizational approaches to issues like climate change, and more! Backed up by scientific research, and drawing on her experience as an exploration geologist, First Nation consultant, archetypal story analyst, and federal land claims negotiator, Hudson offers a book that is as intriguing as it is practical.A big part of my leadership is to stay engaged in difficult conversations. We need to see the value in that relationship. The Bridge gives us a powerful framework for exploring a tough issue and discovering something good on the other side.Grand Chief Peter Johnston Council of Yukon First NationsReading this thoughtful and courageous book feels like opening a gift from Kim Hudson. It is rich with insight, science, stories, and personal reflection, making it highly engaging, readable and provocative. Kim's personal stories allow us to reach into our own. It is the right book at the right time: opening our imagination to new ways forward.Dr. Brenda Morrison (PhD) SFU Centre for Restorative JusticeWith warmth and wit, Hudson draws on memorable stories that provide a well-researched, compassionate, and novel approach to humanity's crossed wires. The Bridge is an important book for everyone committed to sustainability, Reconciliation, and inclusion. It should be required reading for board directors, activists, educators, and bureaucrats in these complex times.Catherine Warren, Community & Economic Development Leader

My Little Book of Stamps is the world's first humorous book about stamp collecting.The author takes us on a colourful journey through his own collection, featuring stamps from over 400 countries, old and new.Each stamp is accompanied by a witty rhyming couplet and an entertaining explanatory note placing it in its political and historical context.

Follow the extraordinary adventures of Wilhelmina the Good Witch as she makes her way through a magnificent forest encountering many people along her way.Learn how she uses the Magic Hat and her kindness to help others without putting a spell on them.Be enthralled by the beautiful flowers, butterflies, animals and nature that she's surrounded by in this enchanting tale!Let's feel the Magic!

"Recovery should make us better than well. When our thoughts and feelings are in harmony with our attitudes and expectations, then our behaviour reflects this, and we start to experience real wellbeing and contentment". (A grateful member of Alcoholics Anonymous)Recovery Days provides a reflective and thought-provoking approach to living life in recovery, one day at a time. With daily mindfulness reminders and reflective excerpts from the Big Book, coupled with insightful commentary, this guide helps you approach each day with resilience, serenity and contentment.

The Gamble is the fourth volume in the Ian Caxton Thriller series.Ian Caxton has committed to a major change in his career, but will the gamble prove a success?Fresh challenges face Ian and his colleagues as they attempt to unravel more mysteries in the art world.Are the paintings of 'Sir Edgar Brookfield' and 'Mademoiselle Chad' worth millions of pounds? Who's the famous artist hidden behind the signature, 'Madeleine B' and why does Ian think an identicalpainting, currently on display in the Musée des Beaux- Arts d'Orléans, is really a fake?Is Gladstone's association with his boyhood hero connected to the murder of Millie Hobbie and why is Ian's nemesis, Jonathan Northgate, back in his life?All is revealed in the continuing page-turning tales of adventure, risks and rewards, where paintings once considered lost are now worth millions of pounds.

With the sale of her beloved business complete Maria, now in her mid-fifties, returns to her home county where reluctantly she becomes drawn into the world of social media.As a consequence, Maria finds herself suddenly reunited with many characters from her past.The succession of events that follow sees her experience an emotional and turbulent journey between her past and the present, where she quite unexpectedly uncovers the key to one particular unanswered mystery that has long since remained buried deep within the vault of her memory.Armed with the missing piece to her own puzzle of life, Maria must now decide once and for all which path to follow.

This ground-breaking book provides a unified explanation of autism.Autism B Theory: The Cause and Development of Autism details the likely cause of autism that explains how the autistic brain develops in relation to:Sensory sensitivitiesSensory motor developmentEmotionsSocial skills and understanding others Focused and isolated attentionPerception Problem solving ability and flexibility Mental health and traumaThe book also explains the wider phenomena associated with the autistic spectrum such as the microbiome and gut health, autoimmune challenges, synaesthesia, facial blindness, alexithymia, stimming, LGBTQ preferences, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), perceived higher prevalence of males, higher prevalence of autism if conceived in the winter months and various others. Autism B Theory highlights significant supports that autistic people can implement themselves, as well as supports that family members, carers and professionals can use to support autistic and neurodivergent people with to promote better opportunities.It is a must have for anyone interested in understanding or supporting autism.

The compelling story of Britain's biggest gunrunning investigation, known as 'Operation Abonar', is based on real events that have remained mostly unreported for twenty-five years.It is told from a personal perspective by the former Detective Inspector who led the enquiry as his first major Scotland Yard investigation. Only weeks before he had joined the shadowy 'Directorate of Intelligence, SO11 Branch'. The context is 1997, a time of escalating gangland violence in Glasgow, Manchester, Dublin and London. Rivals are fighting over drugs and turf, seeking to settle feuds with fully automatic machine guns needing thousands of rounds ofammunition. Some are also wanting silencers to surprise their enemies in drive-by shootings. Others have got hold of even heavier weaponry not previously seen in the UK.Michael Hallowes is a thirty-year veteran of policing London, reaching the rank of Detective Chief Superintendent before being appointed Emergency Services Commissioner for the state of Victoria, Australia in 2011. He served with the Metropolitan Police Service in both Specialist Operations and Specialist Crime and worked on some of the most high-profile investigations of that time, including the arrests of the 'Mardi Gras Bomber' and the 'London Nail Bomber'. He is the only serving British police officer to have addressed the UN General Assembly in New York (on countering the illicit arms trade). He also led the vanguard of detectives and industry colleagues nationally who pioneered the use of telecoms data in serious crime investigations. He holds eighteen policing awards and commendations. Today, Michael lives in London and works as an independent strategic advisor to governments.