Bittersweet
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Bittersweet
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Bittersweet
From the celebrated author of the megaselling phenomenon Quiet, comes a profoundly enlightening exploration into the nuanced beauty of sorrow and longing in the latest no. 1 New York Times bestseller, Bittersweet, by Susan Cain. This inspiring masterpiece delves into the depths of human emotion, illustrating how embracing a "bittersweet" outlook on life can transform sorrow into beauty and even joy.
Whether your heart longs for a partner who has left, or yearns for the one yet to come; whether you hunger for the happy childhood you never experienced, or for a divine connection; whether you mourn a lost loved one, an unborn child, the elusive fountain of youth, or the promise of unconditional love - these feelings all stem from a profound sense of longing and are manifestations of the same great human ache.
In this remarkably insightful book, Susan Cain, the author of the international bestseller Quiet, illuminates the power of a "bittersweet" perspective – a dramatically overlooked tendency towards states of longing and poignancy, and a curiously piercing joy derived from the world's beauty. Cain teaches us that by embracing the coexistence of light and dark, birth and death – bitter and sweet – we can attain a fuller, more complete understanding of existence.
Drawing on the ideas and works of artists, writers, and thinkers from across the globe, Cain weaves their insights with her own lifelong quest for answers into a compelling narrative. This book shifts our perception by showing us how to channel pain and grief into creativity and love, ultimately transforming our sadness into a powerful and enriching superpower. Bittersweet is a testament to the transformative power of acknowledging and embracing our most tender emotions to lead a richer, more connected life.
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Bittersweet is highly praised for its emotional depth and profound insights. Authors such as Glennon Doyle and Brené Brown highlight its heart-grabbing nature, while others commend it for touching the soul and resonating deeply with experiences of love and loss. It's described as a triumph and essential reading for anyone who has truly experienced life's highs and lows.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780241300671
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 15 June 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 30.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 260g
Pages: 384
About the Author
Susan Cain is the author of the Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller Quiet- The Power of Introverts in A World That Can't Stop Talking. Her writing on introversion and shyness has appeared in the New York Times, the Guardian, Oprah magazine and Psychology Today. Cain has spoken at Microsoft and Google, and has appeared on the BBC, CBS and NPR. Her work has been featured on the cover of Time, in the Daily Mail, the FT, the Atlantic, GQ, Grazia, the New Yorker, Wired, Fast Company, Fortune, Forbes, USA Today, the Washington Post, CNN and Slate.com.
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