THE LONGING FOR LESS Living with Minimalism

Narrator Christopher Ragland sounds like an approachable guy you might want to have coffee with. This warmth makes him an ideal choice for an audiobook that explores the practice of minimalism. Ragland comes across like a knowledgeable friend. Listeners will lean into chapters that examine the roots and benefits of minimalist culture. His quick, upbeat pace keeps his presentation on an explanatory, helpful plane and well away from a judging, preachy note that could put people off the topic. Ragland does well with the author's personal connections to the material, which are scattered throughout the audiobook as nuggets of reflection. He creates an intimate, personal tone that gives listeners the feeling we are listening to revealing ruminations. M.R. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 2020]