
Archie Moffam arrives in New York with grand American dreams and a sudden romance for Lucille, the daughter of the formidable hotel magnate Mr Brewster. Fresh from the trenches and eager to make his mark, he quickly discovers that winning the heart of a millionaire’s daughter also means confronting a stern, over‑protective father who loathes the idea of a penniless Englishman running around his prized establishment.
Determined to prove his worth, Archie launches a series of well‑meaning but hilariously misguided schemes to win Brewster’s approval. From accidental confrontations in the hotel lobby to a cascade of misunderstandings that threaten both his reputation and his future with Lucille, his attempts at redemption are as chaotic as they are endearing. Listeners will enjoy the witty banter, charmingly absurd situations, and the timeless clash between earnest ambition and obstinate aristocracy that defines this delightful early‑twentieth‑century comedy of manners.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (409K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2008-06-25
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1881–1975
Best known for creating Jeeves and Bertie Wooster, he wrote comic fiction so polished and light on its feet that it still feels fresh a century later. His novels, stories, lyrics, and musical comedies helped define English-language humor for generations of readers.
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