Summary

An insight into the author's attitude to life. The book starts with the premise that most people have a negative view of life, and then tries to get readers to take a positive approach. Kushner also explores the reasons why people are dissatisfied with what they have achieved. He guides the reader to a heightened sense of joy, purpose, and meaning, and helps redirect their energies toward goals that will bring lasting happiness and true fulfillment.

The Author

Harold Kushner was born in New York. He graduated from Columbia University and was ordained and awarded a doctorate in Bible Studies by the Jewish Theological Seminary. He has six honorary doctorates. He has been a rabbi for more than thirty years and has written a number of bestsellers.