The Happiness Triangle

A magical, modern-day literary tale. Let go of the past, find inspiration, deal with loss, and ultimately live a happy, blissful life.

In Erasmus Cromwell-Smith's magical, modern-day literary tale, an ailing professor journeys into his past to reveal a world ensconced in stories and poetry, with the hope of imparting inspirational, lifelong lessons.

From his crumpled aesthetic of a tweed jacket or cardigan to his thick British accent, Professor Erasmus Cromwell-Smith is the embodiment of the prestigious New England scholastic institute where he teaches.

But at 64, with a sudden diagnosis of incurable brain cancer, he decides to focus his intentions on living each day to the fullest and to share a lifetime of wisdom that he's treasured throughout the years.

Through an unfolding of conversation, free-verse poetry, and letters, the mentors' tutelage is revealed. Over 30 thought-provoking poems and reflections are woven throughout, addressing such concepts as:

How Hope triumphs over tragedy

How True Love trumps hardship and pain

What is the Happiness Formula

The healing power of Poetry and Art

The importance of the small details in life

What does it mean to live an inspired life

The importance of not being mere bystanders in our lives (but participants).

What is a life wizard

How to win in life?

What is true love?

What is the power of Hope?

Where does the magic in life resides?

"...A Touching collection that weaves poetry into a man's life story for a tangible example of the healing power of poetry..."

"Just like Coelho's The Alchemist, only with a magical love story."