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Racing from Subjective Well-Being to Public Policy: A Review of The Origins of Happiness

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  • Mark Fabian, 2019. "Racing from Subjective Well-Being to Public Policy: A Review of The Origins of Happiness," Journal of Happiness Studies, Springer, vol. 20(6), pages 2011-2026, August.
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