The Art of Generosity

Surprise, expectation, happiness, disappointment, insult – why do we react so emotionally to gifts, no matter what their material value? Susanne Kippenberger, herself a passionate gift-giver, explores giving as a universe of feelings and complex form of communication. With ease and elegance, she unfolds the manifold aspects, asks why it is mainly women who take care of gifts, and explains why the most beautiful presents are those you cannot buy in any shop. She tells surprising and touching stories of gift-giving that touch upon wonders and disaster. Above all, however, she shows how much joy the art of generosity can offer.