""What Makes Us Unhappy?"" is a book written by Joseph B. Gross and originally published in 1882. The book explores the various factors that contribute to human unhappiness, including external circumstances, internal psychological states, and societal pressures. Gross argues that many people are unhappy because they have unrealistic expectations for their lives, or because they are constantly comparing themselves to others. He also discusses the role of religion, family, and social status in shaping people's happiness levels. The book provides a historical perspective on the study of happiness and offers insights that are still relevant today. Overall, ""What Makes Us Unhappy?"" is a thought-provoking examination of the human condition and the factors that contribute to our well-being.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.