{"product_id":"alone-time-four-seasons-four-cities-and-the-pleasures-of-solitude","title":"Alone Time: Four seasons, four cities and the pleasures of solitude","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe author of \"Solitude: Being Alone Isn't Something to Endure - It's Something to Relish\" explores the joys and benefits of being alone in four mouth-watering journeys to the cities of Paris, Istanbul, Florence, and New York. This book encourages readers to savor the moment, examine things closely, use all their senses to take in their surroundings, and highlights the psychological arguments for alone time and the magic of going solo. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 288 pages\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 04 April 2019\u003cbr\u003e\\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Transworld Publishers Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull of heart, Michael Harris, author of \"Solitude: Being Alone Isn't Something to Endure, It's Something to Relish\" delves into the transformative power of solitude. While the average adult spends about a third of their waking time alone, research suggests that we often struggle to fully embrace and enjoy this precious time. In response, travel writer Stephanie Rosenbloom embarks on a captivating four-part journey to the enchanting cities of Paris, Istanbul, Florence, and New York, exploring the joys and benefits of being alone in each season. This captivating book is a celebration of the pleasures and benefits of savouring the moment, examining things closely, using all your senses to immerse yourself in your surroundings, whether you venture to far-flung destinations or wander the streets of your own city. Through on-the-ground observations and anecdotes, as well as drawing on the wisdom of artists, writers, and innovators who have cherished solitude, \"Alone Time\" illuminates the psychological arguments for alone time and unveils the magic of going solo. It encourages readers to embrace solitude as a catalyst for growth, creativity, and self-discovery, offering valuable insights and practical tips for anyone seeking to deepen their connection with themselves and the world around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 208g\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 139 x 192 x 14 (mm)\\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781784161576\\n                            \\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stephanie Rosenbloom","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44105410969850,"sku":"9781784161576","price":9.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/21486123489b66cc6ee5f3eb7ccb1871.jpg?v=1627014555","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/alone-time-four-seasons-four-cities-and-the-pleasures-of-solitude","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}