The Happy End

By Joseph Hergesheimer, Inc Pbl Alfred a Knopf, Alfred A. Knopf Publishing Company

Book Overview

The Happy End is a novel written by Joseph Hergesheimer. The story is set in the 1920s and revolves around the life of a young woman named Fanny, who is searching for happiness and fulfillment in her life. Fanny is a talented singer and performer, but she struggles to find success in the entertainment industry due to her unconventional appearance and personality. Despite the challenges she faces, Fanny remains determined to achieve her dreams and find true love.The novel explores themes of identity, self-discovery, and the pursuit of happiness. It also delves into the complexities of relationships and the impact they have on individuals. The Happy End is a poignant and insightful exploration of the human condition, and it offers a thought-provoking commentary on the nature of happiness and the pursuit of success. Hergesheimer's writing is evocative and lyrical, and the novel is a timeless masterpiece that continues to resonate with readers today.1919. American novelist Hergesheimer has been called a naturalist writing of the romantic past. He is also the author of short stories, essays, biographies, and the autobiography, From an Old House. This volume contains the following stories: Lonely Valleys; The Egyptian Chariot; The Flower of Spain; Tol'able David; Bread; Rosemary Roselle; and The Thrush in the Hedge. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417939869
• ISBN13: 9781417939862
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"