Five O'Clock Tea

Five O'Clock Tea

by William Dean Howells

Five O'Clock Tea is a short play set during a tea party hosted by Mrs. Amy Somers, a charming widow. The play revolves around the burgeoning romance between Mrs. Somers and Mr. Willis Campbell, a delightful and ingenuous gentleman. The play is light-hearted and humorous, offering glimpses into the social dynamics and romantic entanglements of the time period. Howells's wit and keen observation of human nature bring a charming and relatable quality to the characters and their interactions, making it an enjoyable read for those seeking a light-hearted and witty portrayal of courtship and societal interactions in the late 19th century.

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William Dean Howells was an American realist novelist, literary critic, and playwright, nicknamed "The Dean of American Letters". He was particularly known for his tenure as editor...

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