A Person Who Wanted to Be Happy

Julian feels his life lacks meaning despite youth and health. Yearning for true happiness, he abandons the modern world and follows a mysterious calling to a hidden Balinese village deep in the rainforest. There he meets Samtyan, a wise “healer of souls” who possesses the profound truth Julian seeks. Through Samtyan’s teachings and a series of transformative trials—blending folklore, meditation, and heart-opening ritual—Julian discovers that lasting joy arises not from external success, but from inner balance, purpose, and authentic connection. This 208-page Ukrainian-language hardcover (matte offset paper; 17 × 12.5 cm; 212 g) from Клуб Сімейного Дозвілля (2025) combines philosophical fiction, self-development, and Eastern wisdom into a moving tale of self-discovery and empowerment.