IS HAPPINESS a cigar called HAMLET?

Happiness is a quest known to human beings from ancient times. Against the backdrop of the recent surge of interest in positive psychology and the emergence of a vast happiness industry, this book attempts to explore the history and meaning behind this phenomena.  It also considers happiness as viewed by major spiritual and non spiritual religions, as well as various thinkers and academics and practitioners.  It covers how some films used happiness to convey some important life lessons.  In conclusion, the author outlines his personal reflection and understanding of what happiness is and possible ways to live a joyful life.