Synopsis
When a married couple tries to dodge a difficult guest, chaos and charm collide in a sparkling comedy.
In this 1894 stage farce, a would‑be delegate arrives under disguise, stirring up misunderstandings, mistaken identities, and sly humor as a respected professor and two anxious hosts improvise their way through a hilarious evening.
Set in New York, the play follows the McAllisters as they juggle invitations, emergencies, and a guest who may be more trouble than triumph. Quick banter, comic misreads, and a touch of romance drive the laughter as roles blur and every plan unravels with bright wit.- Meet a bold political delegate, a brilliant but shy scientist, and a couple scrambling to keep appearances intact.
- Enjoy fast dialogue, mistaken identities, and escalating misunderstandings that light up a dinner‑room scene.
- See how kindness, humor, and small acts of honesty turn awkward moments into moments of connection.
- Follow the evolving dynamic between the hosts and their unexpected guest, and the amusing turn of events that follows.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comedic play centering on the misadventures of a woman who, after being accidentally uninvited from a missionary convention, finds herself mistaken for the convention's delegate by the hosts and their eccentric brother. As the woman and the brother spend time together, they challenge their preconceived notions about women and insects, respectively, leading to a humorous exploration of gender roles and the absurdity of social expectations. The play's wit and charming characters provide a lighthearted examination of Victorian-era societal norms, inviting readers to reflect on the enduring influence of social constructs on our perceptions and relationships. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330901335_0
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