A sparkling romantic farce in three acts, full of wit, misunderstandings, and social intrigue that swirl around a dramatic New York hotel and a Long Island country estate.
In Clare Rummer (Kummer)’s classic farce, a lively mix of wealth, romance, and mischief collide when Annabelle Leigh’s husband remains somewhere in the background. A clever plot threads through a fashionable hotel corridor and a country estate, as disguises, mistaken identities, and social maneuvering lead to humorous reversals and surprising heart-to-heart moments. The story is driven by a colorful cast: a wealthy mine owner, a house detective, an aspiring poet, an artist in distress, and a chorus of servants and socialites who all have something to gain or lose in the unraveling web of affection and ambition.
Set pieces move from glamorous public spaces to intimate rooms, offering a brisk pace and witty dialogue that keep the mood light and entertaining. The book invites readers to enjoy the playful scheming, the rapid-fire exchanges, and the eventual, warmhearted payoff that comes with finding the right match amid the chaos.
Ideal for fans of classic stage comedies and readers who enjoy lighthearted capers, witty banter, and a touch of romance threaded through social farce.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is the text of a play set in New York circa 1920. The action takes place in the hotel suite of a wealthy woman of mysterious origins, Annabelle Leigh, and the nearby servants' hall of an estate on Long Island. George Wimbledon, the estate's owner, and his staff are central to the plot, as is Harry Murchison, a man struggling to free himself from a vengeful wife. Annabelle, a woman of elegance and charm, attracts the attention of several men, including John Rawson, a wealthy mine owner from Montana. As Annabelle's past and true identity are slowly revealed, it becomes clear that the seemingly carefree world of privilege and glamour inhabited by the characters masks a web of secrets, scandals, and longing. Ultimately, this book explores the nature of identity, the search for love and connection, and the social and personal consequences of choices made. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332417322_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332417322
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332417322
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