Authentic Happiness by Martin Seligman - Non Fiction - Paperback

Details. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9781857886771. Publisher: Nicholas Brealey Publishing. Age Range: Adult (18+). Overview. Authentic Happiness is the ground-breaking paperback in which Martin Seligman, the psychologist widely credited with founding the field of Positive Psychology, argues that lasting happiness is not a matter of luck or genetics but a skill that can be learned. Drawing on decades of rigorous research, Seligman moves beyond simply treating misery and instead shows readers how to identify and deliberately cultivate their own strengths, building a foundation for genuine, sustainable wellbeing rather than fleeting pleasure.. About the Book. An international bestseller that sparked widespread debate about the true nature of happiness, this paperback distils years of scientific study into a practical, accessible guide. Seligman introduces readers to 24 core strengths and virtues that underpin good character, offering tests and self-assessment tools so readers can pinpoint their own "signature strengths." Rather than prescribing a one-size-fits-all formula, the book encourages readers to recognise what they are naturally good at and to weave those strengths more deliberately into daily life — at work, in relationships, and in parenting. Seligman explains how this approach builds genuine resilience, helping readers withstand setbacks and misfortune far more effectively than by simply chasing short-term pleasures. The book also examines the science behind optimism, gratitude, flow, and meaning, translating academic findings into exercises any reader can apply immediately. Praised by figures such as Daniel Goleman, this paperback remains one of the most influential and widely read works in the self-help and psychology space, valued equally by general readers, coaches, educators, and workplace leaders looking for evidence-based tools to improve engagement and life satisfaction. It is a thoughtful, research-driven read for anyone wanting