
Transcribed from the 1909 Hodder & Stoughton edition by David Price, email ccx074@pglaf.org
In the elegant drawing‑room of Bantong Hall, a newly married couple is about to return home for the first time. The house is buzzing with the chatter of two indistinguishable aunts, a diligent butler, and a host of staff, all busy preparing for the bride’s arrival. Their conversation drifts from floral decorations to the mysterious habits of the young lady, hinting at a gentle satire of upper‑class expectations.
The aunts’ conspiratorial whispers about the bride’s “profession” set the stage for a series of comic misunderstandings. As the butler shuffles between rooms and the local doctor makes a punctual entrance, the audience is invited to watch a lively battle of wits between the aristocratic family and their household crew. The play promises witty repartee, charming characters, and the timeless humor of a household trying to keep up with the whims of love and propriety.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (119K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2001-09-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1859–1927
Best known for the sparkling comic classic Three Men in a Boat, this English humorist turned everyday mishaps into some of the most enduringly funny writing of the late Victorian era. His work mixes sharp observation with an easy warmth that still feels fresh.
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