Cousin Geoffrey, The Old Bachelor is a novel written by Theodore Edward Hook in 1840. The story follows the life of Geoffrey Mildmay, a wealthy and eccentric old bachelor who lives in a grand mansion in London. Despite his wealth and status, Geoffrey is a lonely man who has never married or had children. He spends his days indulging in his hobbies and interests, such as collecting rare books and paintings, and entertaining his friends and acquaintances.The...