A Counterfeit Presentment and the Parlour Car

The book features two engaging works by William Howells, showcasing his talent for comedy and farce. The first, A Counterfeit Presentment, follows Bartlett, a scoundrel in Paris who, after forging a signature, loses access to his love, Miss Wyatt. The ensuing chaos unfolds as the General relocates his family to America, complicating matters further. The second selection, The Parlour Car, offers a humorous interlude, adding to the enjoyment of these early 20th-century narratives that blend romance and misadventure.