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The Book of Hygge

The Book of Hygge

The Danish Art of Living Well

Summary

The most beautiful guide to the Danish custom of hygge, the everyday life philosophy for better living.

Hygge is a feeling of belonging and warmth, a moment of comfort and contentment. This beautiful little book will help you to find hygge and embrace it every day. Make a pot of coffee, relax in your favourite chair and discover for yourself how life is better with hygge.

'Best [book] for the philosophy of hygge' You Magazine

'...a philosophy for mindful living' The Guardian

‘Her book is a thing of beauty’ Irish Examiner