Out of the Question: A Comedy (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William Dean Howells

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 026726058X ISBN 13: 9780267260584

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Witty social comedy about love, pride, and the courage to be honest.

A young woman’s bold confession upends expectations and pulls two very different hearts toward a surprising truth.

In a lively hotel parlor, sharp banter, mistaken signals, and delicate pride collide as characters navigate money, status, and genuine feeling. This edition centers on Leslie Bellingham, her aristocratic resolve, and the man who might change everything, all while poking gentle fun at social pretensions and romantic illusions.

• Bright, sparkling dialogue that moves the plot with humor and heart.
• Romantic missteps, bold declarations, and a test of true character.
• A vivid setting with early American manners, manners, and social expectations.
• An evolving relationship built on honesty, sacrifice, and family dynamics.

Ideal for readers who enjoy witty period romance, social satire, and character-driven humor with a warm, hopeful ending.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 026726058X
• ISBN 13: 9780267260584
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 188