In Praise of Slowness

Carl Honoré introduces a new 'slow' philosophy that stands in opposition to the cult of speed. He aptly highlights the paradoxes and sad consequences of constant acceleration, seeking to find and offer a way to live life to the fullest in a balance between fast and slow.

In Praise of Slow has been translated into 33 languages and became an instant bestseller in many countries upon its release.
Faster is better – such is the relentless dictate of our time. Although we complain daily about the accelerating pace of life, we willingly subject not only our work but also our health and relationships to it.

He takes us on a brief 'history of acceleration' and then around the world to meet meditating managers in Tokyo, visit a 'super-slow workout' gym in New York, a tantric sex workshop in London, and Italy, the home of Slow Food and Slow Cities. Honoré writes with perspective and humour. He aptly highlights the paradoxes and sad consequences of constant acceleration, seeking to find and offer a way to live life to the fullest in a balance between fast and slow.