{"title":"William Davies","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by \u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Davies\u003c\/strong\u003e, a distinguished author and leading voice in the realm of Politics \u0026amp; Current Affairs. Davies is renowned for his incisive analysis and keen insights into the mechanisms of modern society and the economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003eThe Happiness Industry\u003c\/em\u003e explores the intriguing relationship between economic policy, the pursuit of happiness, and corporate interests, questioning the true motives behind modern happiness metrics. This thought-provoking book encourages readers to reflect on how personal well-being is deeply intertwined with economic agendas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThis is Not Normal\u003c\/em\u003e, Davies delves into the unsettling nature of contemporary political landscapes. He adeptly unpacks the sense of normlessness that has become commonplace in public discourse, providing readers with a deeper understanding of how uncertainty and instability are not merely side effects but are often engineered aspects of current political and economic strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach book in this collection highlights William Davies's unique ability to make complex topics accessible and engaging, offering readers valuable perspectives on the forces shaping today's world. Dive into Davies's works and gain a clearer understanding of the underlying currents affecting our political and personal lives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-happiness-industry-by-william-davies-9781784780951","title":"The Happiness Industry","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat was a Buddhist monk doing at the 2014 World Economic Forum in Davos lecturing the world's leaders on mindfulness? Why do many successful corporations have a 'chief happiness officer'? What can the chemical composition of your brain tell a potential employer about you?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the past decade, governments and corporations have become increasingly interested in measuring the way people feel: 'the Happiness index', 'Gross National Happiness', 'well-being' and positive psychology have come to dominate the way we live our lives. As a result, our emotions have become a new resource to be bought and sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a fascinating investigation combining history, science and ideas, William Davies shows how well-being influences all aspects of our lives: business, finance, marketing and smart technology. 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