Happy-Thought Hall (1872)

Happy-Thought Hall is a novel written by Francis Cowley Burnand, first published in 1872. The story is set in a fictional English country house, Happy-Thought Hall, where a group of eccentric characters gather for a weekend party. The main character, Tom Dashall, is a charming and witty young man who is invited to the party by his friend, Sir Roger de Coverley. Throughout the weekend, the guests engage in various activities, such as hunting, fishing, and playing games, while also engaging in witty banter and flirtations. However, as the weekend progresses, a series of unexpected events occur, including a robbery and a mysterious death, which threaten to disrupt the idyllic atmosphere of the party. With its humorous tone and colorful characters, Happy-Thought Hall offers a witty and entertaining glimpse into Victorian-era society.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.