Metamorphosis: How and Why We Change - Softcover

Morland, for many years an award-winning documentary maker, has twitchy antennae for all kinds of surprising stories that will illuminate her theme ... a measured, ever-curious and approachable guide ... she never takes the easy way out by denying their complexity ... Still, certain themes emerge ... the most effective of all change engines [is] educational opportunity [and that] happiness is never a settled state, always a pursuit, and that all that does not change is the will to change (Tim Adams Observer)

Praise for The Society of Timid Souls:
'Fascinating ... Morland's philosophical, extremely well-written book suggests that while some people are obviously wired to relish dangerous lives, the timid rest of us may be braver than we think.

(Daily Mail)

A fascinating study ... compelling ... an appealing and original account of one of the greatest human virtues, full of powerful stories. It leaves you hopeful. (Sunday Times)

A series of beautifully written vignettes that function as a meditation on bravery's lovely shimmer (Guardian)

Morland approaches her subject with energy, tenacious curiosity and, however much she may protest that she is lily-livered, courage ... she proves the liveliest company: sane, merry and undeceived ... a bracing, moving and uncommon book. (Observer)

A measured, ever-curious and approachable guide ... happiness is never a settled state, always a pursuit, and all that doesn't change is the will to change (Observer)

In this exhilarating book, Morland asks why we want to change and if it is possible. (Mail on Sunday 2017-06-18)