There is also 'The Happy Prince' by Oscar Wilde. The Happy Prince, a statue covered in gold and precious stones, sees the suffering of the poor in the city. He asks a swallow to help him distribute his riches to the needy. It's a story about kindness, sacrifice, and the true meaning of beauty.
A feel - good short story is 'The Little Match Girl' by Hans Christian Andersen. It may seem sad at first, but in a way, it also has elements of hope. The little girl, on a cold New Year's Eve, lights matchsticks and sees beautiful visions. It shows the power of imagination and the human spirit's ability to find beauty even in the harshest of circumstances.
Another one is 'The Little Prince' by Antoine de Saint - Exupéry. This story follows the journey of a little prince from his small planet. It has beautiful illustrations of friendship, innocence, and the importance of seeing the world with an open heart. It makes you feel warm and fuzzy inside as you read about the little prince's encounters and the lessons he learns.
One feel - good short story is 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry. It tells the story of a young couple who are very poor but deeply in love. The wife cuts her long beautiful hair to buy a chain for her husband's precious watch, while the husband sells his watch to buy combs for his wife's hair. It shows that their love is more important than any material possessions.
A short story might tell of a young girl who finds a stray dog on Christmas morning. She takes it in and nurses it back to health. Her family is initially hesitant but soon falls in love with the dog. By Christmas dinner, the dog is part of the family, and they all feel a sense of new - found love and gratitude during this Christmas.
One great feel - good Christmas short story is 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry. It's about a young couple who are very poor but deeply in love. They each sacrifice their most precious possession to buy a gift for the other. It shows the true meaning of love and selflessness during the Christmas season.
One short feel - good Christmas story is about a little girl who finds an old, broken - down Christmas ornament in the attic. She decides to fix it up and put it on the tree. On Christmas morning, she discovers that the ornament has a special glow, and it seems to bring an extra touch of magic to the day.
There is a story where a young man notices a girl on his daily bus commute. He is too shy to talk to her at first. One day, she drops her book and he picks it up for her. They start chatting about the book and find they both love the same author. This simple encounter leads to a heartwarming love story.
Another excellent feel - good novel is 'The Secret Garden'. Mary Lennox discovers a hidden garden and, along with her friends Dickon and Colin, brings it back to life. The process of their growth, the discovery of nature's beauty, and the transformation of the garden parallel their own personal transformations. It's a story full of hope and renewal.
A 'best feel good novel' that I love is 'Pride and Prejudice'. The relationship between Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy is both complex and charming. The story is set in a vivid English countryside society. The dialogues are witty, and in the end, the happy union of the main characters gives a very feel - good vibe. It also shows the power of love to overcome prejudice.
Sure. Here's one: A little girl found a lost puppy on the street. She took it home, fed it, and gave it a warm bath. Her parents were initially hesitant but seeing how much the girl cared, they let her keep the puppy. Now they are a happy family with a new furry member.
Once, an old man used to sit alone in the park every day. One day, a young boy started to talk to him. They became friends and the old man was no longer lonely. Their friendship grew, and they would share stories, bringing joy to both of them.