The Man From America: A Sentimental Comedy (1906)

by Mrs. Henry De La Pasture

Book Overview

The Man From America: A Sentimental Comedy is a novel written by Mrs. Henry De La Pasture and first published in 1906. The story is set in England and revolves around the arrival of an American man named John Lennox, who has come to claim his inheritance from his deceased English uncle. Lennox is greeted warmly by his English relatives, but soon finds himself caught up in a web of romantic entanglements and family drama.The novel is a lighthearted and humorous take on the clash of cultures between America and England in the early 20th century. Lennox's brash American mannerisms and his attempts to navigate the intricacies of English society provide much of the novel's comedic moments. However, the story also touches on more serious themes such as family loyalty, the nature of inheritance, and the role of women in society.The Man From America: A Sentimental Comedy is a charming and entertaining read that offers a glimpse into the social mores of the time period in which it was written. Mrs. Henry De La Pasture's witty prose and engaging characters make this novel a classic of early 20th century literature.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104498731
• ISBN13: 9781104498733
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 428 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"