Little Books of Cultural Concepts (35 books)

Books for learning about self development, cultural differences, and improving well-being through a specific cultural concept. The genre sparked by Hygge, et. al.

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1	The Little Book of Lykke: The Danish Search for the World's Happiest People by Meik Wiking 3.99 avg rating — 20,122 ratings score: 296, and 3 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
2	The Little Book of Hygge: The Danish Way to Live Well by Meik Wiking 3.77 avg rating — 115,294 ratings score: 199, and 2 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
3	Sisu by Joanna Nylund 3.76 avg rating — 1,262 ratings score: 193, and 2 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
4	Kaizen: The Japanese Method for Transforming Habits, One Small Step at a Time by Sarah Harvey 3.57 avg rating — 2,485 ratings score: 187, and 2 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
5	Wabi Sabi: Japanese Wisdom for a Perfectly Imperfect Life by Beth Kempton (Goodreads Author) 3.90 avg rating — 7,576 ratings score: 185, and 2 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
6	Shinrin-Yoku: The Art and Science of Forest Bathing by Qing Li 3.99 avg rating — 5,618 ratings score: 182, and 2 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
7	Duende: A Journey Into the Heart of Flamenco by Jason Webster (Goodreads Author) 3.80 avg rating — 844 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
8	The Power of Nunchi: The Korean Secret to Happiness and Success by Euny Hong 3.42 avg rating — 2,230 ratings score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
8	In Search of Duende by Federico García Lorca 4.30 avg rating — 1,133 ratings score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
10	Mojo Triangle: Birthplace Of Country, Blues, Jazz and Rock 'n' Roll by James L Dickerson 3.77 avg rating — 22 ratings score: 98, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
11	Lagom: The Swedish Art of Balanced Living by Linnea Dunne 3.59 avg rating — 6,768 ratings score: 97, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
11	Mojo Hand: The Life and Music of Lightnin' Hopkins (Brad and Michele Moore Roots Music Series) by Timothy J. O'Brien 3.52 avg rating — 29 ratings score: 97, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
13	The Little Book of Fika: The Uplifting Daily Ritual of the Swedish Coffee Break by Lynda Balslev 3.65 avg rating — 977 ratings score: 96, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
13	American Mojo: Lost and Found by Peter D. Kiernan 3.81 avg rating — 129 ratings score: 96, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
15	Päntsdrunk (Kalsarikänni): The Finnish Path to Relaxation by Miska Rantanen 3.19 avg rating — 1,377 ratings score: 95, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
15	Rhapsody in Schmaltz: Yiddish Food and Why We Can't Stop Eating It by Michael Wex 3.72 avg rating — 98 ratings score: 95, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
17	The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning by Margareta Magnusson 3.42 avg rating — 33,193 ratings score: 94, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
17	Born to Kvetch: Yiddish Language and Culture in All of Its Moods – The Essential Guide to Jewish Heritage, Survival, and European Folklore by Michael Wex 3.64 avg rating — 1,522 ratings score: 94, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
19	Yiddishkeit: Jewish Vernacular and the New Land by Harvey Pekar (Editor) 3.69 avg rating — 194 ratings score: 93, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
20	The Little Book of Cottagecore: Traditional Skills for a Simpler Life by Emily Kent 3.01 avg rating — 1,543 ratings score: 92, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
20	The Rites of Passage by Arnold van Gennep 3.89 avg rating — 697 ratings score: 92, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
22	American Cozy: Hygge-Inspired Ways to Create Comfort & Happiness by Stephanie Pedersen (Goodreads Author) 3.31 avg rating — 1,850 ratings score: 91, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
22	Country Grit: A Farmoir of Finding Purpose and Love by Scottie Jones (Goodreads Author) 4.20 avg rating — 130 ratings score: 91, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
24	Pure Grit: How American World War II Nurses Survived Battle and Prison Camp in the Pacific by Mary Cronk Farrell (Goodreads Author) 4.19 avg rating — 648 ratings score: 90, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
25	How Children Succeed: Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character by Paul Tough (Goodreads Author) 3.89 avg rating — 24,658 ratings score: 89, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
26	Zen: The Art of Simple Living by Shunmyō Masuno 3.87 avg rating — 13,094 ratings score: 88, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
26	The Grit Guide for Teens: A Workbook to Help You Build Perseverance, Self-Control, and a Growth Mindset by Caren Baruch-Feldman (Goodreads Author) 4.24 avg rating — 54 ratings score: 88, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
28	Zen for Beginners by Judith Blackstone (Goodreads Author) 3.60 avg rating — 189 ratings score: 87, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
29	My Little Ikigai Journal: A Journey into the Japanese Secret to Living a Long, Happy, Purpose-Filled Life by Amanda Kudo 4.07 avg rating — 321 ratings score: 86, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
29	What Is Zen? by Alan W. Watts 4.16 avg rating — 704 ratings score: 86, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
31	The Dharma of Modern Mindfulness: Discovering the Buddhist Teachings at the Heart of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction by Beth Ann Mulligan PA-C 4.39 avg rating — 84 ratings score: 85, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
32	Dharma Delight: A Visionary Post Pop Comic Guide to Buddhism and Zen by Rodney Alan Greenblat 3.80 avg rating — 117 ratings score: 84, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
33	Karma: A Yogi's Guide to Crafting Your Destiny by Sadhguru (Goodreads Author) 4.28 avg rating — 7,000 ratings score: 83, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
34	Karma Checks: 60 Checks to Keep the World in Balance by Amy Krouse Rosenthal 3.67 avg rating — 3 ratings score: 82, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
35	Mindfully Facing Disease and Death: Compassionate Advice from Early Buddhist Texts by Anālayo 4.49 avg rating — 55 ratings score: 81, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars