A Letter Of Introduction - Howells, William Dean
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A Letter of Introduction: A Farce is a play written by William Dean Howells. The story revolves around the character of Mr. Jack Fenton, a young man who is trying to make a name for himself in society. He seeks the help of his friend, Mr. Tom Loker, who is well-connected and can introduce him to the right people. Tom agrees to help Jack and writes him a letter of introduction to a prominent family in New York City. However, things take a hilarious turn when Tom accidentally sends the wrong letter to the family, which leads to a series of misunderstandings and comical situations. The play…mehr

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A Letter of Introduction: A Farce is a play written by William Dean Howells. The story revolves around the character of Mr. Jack Fenton, a young man who is trying to make a name for himself in society. He seeks the help of his friend, Mr. Tom Loker, who is well-connected and can introduce him to the right people. Tom agrees to help Jack and writes him a letter of introduction to a prominent family in New York City. However, things take a hilarious turn when Tom accidentally sends the wrong letter to the family, which leads to a series of misunderstandings and comical situations. The play explores themes of social climbing, friendship, and the absurdity of societal norms. It is a light-hearted and entertaining read that is sure to leave readers laughing out loud.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.
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Many people refer to William Dean Howells (1837-1920) as "The Dean of American Letters." He was an American author, literary critic, and editor. Howells, an Ohio native born in Martins Ferry, was a major influence on American writing in the late 19th and early 20th century. During this pivotal time, the United States' shifting social and cultural milieu is reflected in his works. After working as, a journalist for a while, Howells became an editor for a number of well-known literary journals, including the Atlantic Monthly. He was a fervent supporter of literary realism, highlighting the representation of common life and actual people overcoming obstacles in their daily lives. Howells remained dedicated to civic involvement and social transformation throughout his career. As a result of his prolific output, which includes plays, novels, essays, and poetry, he became well-known in the American literary community. In addition to his own literary accomplishments, William Dean Howells' influence may be seen in the way he shaped and promoted the writings of other significant figures in his day.