Excuse Me!

Name: Excuse Me!
Author: Rupert Hughes

By Rupert Hughes

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The story follows a crowded, fast-moving series of comic episodes set largely aboard trains and in transit, where flirtations, elopements, divorces and mistaken identities produce escalating farce. A cast of eager lovers, scheming matrons and exasperated gentlemen engage in conspiracies, jealousies and pratfalls that disrupt journeys and social expectations. Repeated misunderstandings, slapstick incidents and satirical observations about marriage and manners propel the action from one chaotic set piece to the next, blending romantic entanglement with light-handed social comedy.

About the Author

Rupert Hughes

Rupert Hughes was an American author, playwright, and biographer, known for his diverse contributions to literature in the early 20th century. He wrote novels, essays, and critical studies, often exploring themes of music and human relationships. Among his notable works is "The Cup of Fury: A Novel of Cities and Shipyards," which reflects his interest in the intersection of urban life and personal drama. Hughes also delved into the lives of musicians, as seen in his two-volume series "The Love Affairs of Great Musicians." His writings often blend narrative storytelling with cultural commentary, making him a significant figure in American literary heritage.