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Derren Brown

By: Robin Morgan-Bentley
Narrated by: Derren Brown
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English mentalist and illusionist, Derren Brown, talks to us about the release of his latest audiobook, Happy, and how he believes we can attain peace of mind and solidity within ourselves.

Quoting some of the greatest philosophical minds of the past, Derren explains why he has found affinity with the Stoics and their approach in the pursuit of happiness. Also presenting a highly critical view of modern self-help books, Derren argues against the suggestion that we can control the uncontrollable; the universe will not give you what you desire simply because you ask for it.

First introduced to British audiences through a series of programmes entitled, Mind Control, Derren has been demystifying the subtle art of magical and psychological manipulation for 17 years. With his new audiobook, Happy, he agrees that he's moving on to similar but perhaps more intellectual pastures.

Describing Happy as an 'anti-self-help self-help book', Derren Brown wills his listeners to live in the present and think of happiness as a by-product and not an end in itself.

Listen to Happy: Why More or Less Everything is Absolutely Fine here.

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I had just downloaded the book happy and feel that I have made the right choice after listening to this. It’s nice to hear from the author and what’s behind the making of a book.

It’s nice to hear from the author

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Fun, short and full of anecdotes. It is nice to hear Derren when he isn't performing.

A lovely insight

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an interesting insight into Derren's thoughts behind his book Happyness and why he wrote it

good interview about Derren's book Happyness

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Great series of interviews, and this one with Derren Brown is no exception. The thinking persons "David Blaine", he talks candidly about finding meaning in life, in particular in Stoicism - and his opposition to Self Help books like "The Secret", which promote 'think rich, get rich' type pseudo-psychology. I share his interest in Greek ideas on 'Eudaemonia', (the good life) and the varied philosophies of the Stoics, Epicureans, Cynics, Platonists, Aristotelians and all. This combined with his pragmatic knowledge of human psychology promises to make his new book "Happy" a good listen. I find his voice easy to listen to. Interesting interview! I shall get the book.

Magic!

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Darren Brown is always super interesting
I’ve been a fan for years
his audible titles are on my wish list ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Always

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