The Last Rose of Summer

Name: The Last Rose of Summer
Author: Rupert Hughes

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A comic social novel set in a small town follows a circle of neighbors as reunions, parties, and domestic gatherings expose rivalries, vanities, and changing fortunes. Two former rivals meet again and find their jealousy shifting toward each other’s grown daughters, while local figures — bumbling musicians, officious deacons, and fussy hosts — create farcical mishaps that illuminate anxieties about youth, appearance, and marriage. Episodes of music, petty competition, and genteel scandal unfold as affectionate satire, blending sharp observation of provincial manners with quiet reflections on aging, memory, and social ambition.

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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.

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