14,000 Things to Be Happy About.: Newly Revised and Updated
About this product
With more than 1.5 million copies in print, 14,000 Things to Be Happy About is the iconic impulse gift book that celebrates all the little things that make life worth living. Now it is even more of a mood-altering pick-me-up, with the use of cheerful watercolors throughout plus redesigned pages, all of which give this new edition a fresh, joyous feeling. At the heart, though, is its unique list of thousands of items, places, thoughts, and moments that make us happy. No opinions, no explanations, no asides or footnotes. It’s mesmerizing. And as an antidote to the all-too-many things to be unhappy about, it could not be more welcome. a sweet tooth
twirling a baton
driving as you wish your kids would
artistic license
an express lane
reaching a compromise
ripe peaches on a summer's eve
dinner rolls
playing in autumn leaves
A unique way to unplug, relax, reminisce, practice gratitude, and change your mood to an upbeat and happy one!
(The book cover and interior were updated with a new color design in September 2023; some customers may receive an earlier version of the book.) Read more
Editor's Take
Amazon reviewers say this book is enjoyable, funny, inspiring, and a good gift. Many readers say it is something to pick up on rough days and that it encourages them to notice small joys in life. Amazon reviewers also note mixed opinions about the writing style, with some finding it simple and easy to read while others feel it is less fluid.
Goodreads reviewers describe it as a quirky, compulsive list of little things that make life feel better, and some call it a go-to book for gray days. A review blog called Luminous Libro gave it 3 out of 5 stars and highlighted specific list items the reviewer liked.
Archive.org shows reader reviews for earlier editions, and the overall tone across these sources is that the book is uplifting, light, and easy to revisit rather than a traditional narrative read.
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Specifications
| ASIN | 0761181806 |
| Publisher | Workman Publishing Company |
| Publication date | October 21, 2014 |
| Edition | 3rd ed. |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 552 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 9780761181804 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0761181804 |
| Item Weight | 2.31 pounds |
| Dimensions | 4.05 x 1.25 x 6 inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #44,868 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #203 in Emotional Mental Health #682 in Happiness Self-Help #748 in Encyclopedias & Subject Guides |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,392) |
