Happy-Thought Hall (1872)

Happy-Thought Hall is a novel written by Francis Cowley Burnand and first published in 1872. The story takes place in a fictional English country town, where a group of eccentric characters live in a boarding house called Happy-Thought Hall. The main character, Mr. and Mrs. Chirper, are the owners and managers of the boarding house. The other tenants include a retired colonel, a poet, a musician, a painter, a socialite, and a young couple. The novel follows the daily lives and interactions of these characters, who are all struggling with their own personal problems and insecurities. The retired colonel is haunted by his past military experiences, the poet is struggling to find inspiration for his writing, the musician is trying to make a name for himself in the music industry, and the painter is dealing with his unrequited love for the socialite. Meanwhile, the young couple is trying to navigate their new marriage and settle into their new home at Happy-Thought Hall. Throughout the novel, the characters engage in witty and humorous dialogue, often poking fun at each other's quirks and idiosyncrasies. The story also touches on themes of love, friendship, and the pursuit of happiness. Overall, Happy-Thought Hall is a charming and entertaining novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of a group of colorful and eccentric characters. It is a delightful read for anyone who enjoys Victorian-era literature and witty, lighthearted humor.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.