Being deprived of social gatherings revealed just how important they are; to connect with others, collaborate, share ideas and create moving, life-affirming experiences.___________________________If there''s one thing lockdown showed us, it''s that time together is a gift we''ve too often taken for granted.In The Art of Gathering, Priya Parker shows us how to ensure that however we meet, it''s a truly transformative experienceAn expert on organizing successful gatherings whether in conference centres, crisis zones or her living room, Parker sets forth a human-centred approach to gathering that can help us create meaningful, memorable moments - large and small, for work and play.The result is a book full of exciting real-world ideas that will forever alter the way you look at your next business meeting, dinner party and garden barbecue.___________________________''Hosts of all kinds, this is a must-read!'' Chris Anderson, creator of TED''Priya Parker has created both an art and a scienc