"Our fast-paced society does not approve of solitude; being alone is antisocial and some even find it sinister. Why is this so when autonomy, personal freedom and individualism are more highly prized than ever before? Sara Maitland answers this question by exploring changing attitudes throughout history. Offering experiments and strategies for overturning our fear of solitude, she to helps us to practice it without anxiety and encourages us to see the benefits of spending time by ourselves. By indulging in the experience of being alone, we can be inspired to find our own rewards and ultimately lead more enriched, fuller live."--
- ISBN10 125005902X
- ISBN13 9781250059024
- Publish Date 2 September 2014 (first published 2 January 2014)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 3 March 2022
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Picador USA
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 240
- Language English