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Best Wishes

by Richard Glover

Book Details

Publisher:HarperCollins Australia
Published:2023-10-01
Pages:197
Format:BOOK
Language:en
ISBN:9781460716663

Reading Info

About This Book

Making the world a better, less annoying place one wish at a time. LONGLISTED FOR THE 2024 INDIE BOOK AWARDS LONGLISTED FOR THE 2024 BOOKPEOPLE NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR 'I wish I could think, hope, laugh, dream and, indeed, write like Richard Glover. And I wish every Australian could read this book. A soaring tribute to the power of wishful thinking' Trent Dalton 'Glover asks life's big questions and helps us celebrate the simple joys - bin night, tax receipts that don't fade and the secret

Our Review

This collection of humorous essays offers a refreshingly optimistic take on modern life, transforming everyday annoyances into opportunities for gratitude and laughter. Glover tackles life's persistent frustrations with wit and wisdom, finding unexpected joy in everything from the reliable rhythm of garbage collection to the small miracle of a tax receipt that doesn't fade. His writing elevates the mundane into something worth celebrating, providing a much-needed antidote to the constant drumbeat of bad news.

What sets this book apart is its ability to balance sharp social observation with genuine warmth, making the case for "wishful thinking" as a practical life philosophy rather than mere escapism. Readers feeling overwhelmed by the world's complexities will find a comforting companion in these pages, a guide to reclaiming small moments of happiness. The result is a surprisingly profound read that leaves you looking at your own daily routine with renewed appreciation and a lighter heart.

Themes

Humor

Subjects

Humor