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The Albany Depot: A Farce

The Albany Depot: A Farce

Dean Howells, William

Paperback

General ReferenceGeneral World History

ISBN10: 9354844049
ISBN13: 9789354844041
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Aug 5 2021
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.13
Height: 0.08 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A witty and urbane stage of society, The Albany Depot: A Farce unfolds with the brisk energy of a railway timetable and the social scrimmage of a gilded age town. This sparkling novel of manners dissects small-town pretensions and New York State life through a railway station's comings and goings, marrying sharp satire with affectionate character study. Howells mocks manners, foibles, and the spectacle of urban life with a light, diagnostic touch that reads as both entertaining farce and astute cultural commentary. The result is a brisk, accessible comedy that rewards casual readers and classic-literature collectors alike with its bustling scenes, verbal humour, and layered social critique. Its literary and historical significance endures as a window into late nineteenth-century American life, a rare blend of domestic comedy and social reflection that anticipates modern urban satire. The work stands as a notable artifact of Victorian era drama and gilded age america, offering rich material for readers curious about how a thriving railway era shaped manners, speech, and expectations in a New York state setting. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure. This edition invites general reader entertainment while serving as a scholarly touchstone for those studying the era, making The Albany Depot a practical and persuasive addition to any library.

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