andbenn reviewed Pursuit of Happiness by Jeffrey Rosen
Why the founders of America were so interested in happiness
4 stars
I liked this book. It covers early history of our nation, and what those founders were reading from philosophy and classic writing that influenced their approach and documentation for starting the United States.
In many places, you see that the founders did not have it easy. Businesses would burn by mobs. Mobs would come and rough up people. Etc etc.
The end of the book takes a rather quick turn through and up to modern times, which didn't feel like it fit. Ruth Bader Ginsburg? Ok.
A good read, especially if you are interested in history and philosophy. Would I re-read it? Probably not. Would I recommend it? Yes, to the right person who is interested in history and philosophy.