The Curious Soul

Imagine a book that weaves together the best of an artist's sketchbook, a philosopher's journal, and a travel journal. "The Curious Soul: Seeking Beauty, Finding Self" has one purpose: to help us fall more deeply in love with our lives simply by experiencing or creating something of beauty every day. We are transported to an imaginary octagon house, perched on the rocky coast of Maine. Created by a self-taught artist, this unique setting is equal parts curiosity shop, art studio, and garden. As we explore, we embark on a self-guided tour that reveals the experience of beauty around us as a source of wonder and joy, vital to the well-being of our souls. Along the way we discover eight universal archetypes of beauty, present in the world and within us. Each page overflows with images, quotes, and assemblage art. Though whimsical in appearance, the content reveals depth and originality, drawing from the fields of science, art, and philosophy. The book is a rare guide for readers seeking a deeper connection to life.