I'm sure most everyone has heard of this New York Times bestseller, but if you haven't read yet it now is the time! This fantastic non-fiction work tells the story of Elizabeth Gilbert's travels after her difficult divorce. In an effort to put some balance back into her life she travels to Italy, India, and Indonesia. Gilbert writes "I wanted to explore the art of pleasure in Italy, the art of devotion in India and, in Indonesia, the art of balancing the two". She lays bare her most personal fears and hopes to the reader, seemingly without fear of reproach. This book has resonated with men and women alike who seek balance in their lives and realize that just because they have 'grown up' it doesn't mean that they are finished discovering themselves. Growing up does not mean that you suddenly have all the answers along with that perfect house, dog, two kids, and a spouse. Sometimes life takes unexpected, though delightful, twists and turns; Gilbert narrates her self-discovery and experience with this beautifully.
*interview w/the author*
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