02218cam a22003133u 4500 3403 UtSlPG 20260610133112.0 m cr n 260607r2002||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920 The Register Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2002 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2002-09-01 Transcribed from “The Sleeping Car and Other Farces” 1911 Houghton Mifflin Company edition by David Price "The Register" by William Dean Howells is a farce that captures the complexities of romantic misunderstandings amidst social dynamics. Written in the early 20th century, the story is a comedic exploration of relationships, as it delves into themes of love, pride, and social class through the interactions of its characters. Set in a boarding house in Boston, it portrays the lives and conversations of young women and men navigating their feelings and the expectations placed upon them by society. The plot centers around Ethel Reed and Henrietta Spaulding, two women who navigate their surroundings and relationships with a mix of humor and tragedy. Ethel, who believes her romantic prospects are bleak after a misunderstanding with Mr. Oliver Ransom, contemplates her own actions while Henrietta provides a contrasting perspective on love and social expectations. As their conversations unfold, misunderstandings are laid bare—especially as Ransom reconciles his feelings for Ethel and his awkward past interactions with her. The narrative cleverly intertwines moments of comic relief with serious reflections, culminating in a humorous yet insightful resolution about love and self-awareness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Comedy plays American drama -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3403 45474 45474