A Belated Guest (from Literary Friends and Acquaintance)

In 'A Belated Guest,' included in Howells' collection 'Literary Friends and Acquaintance,' the author deftly navigates the intricate interplay between friendship and social expectation within the literary world. Through rich character development and sharp dialogue, Howells captures the essence of literary society in the late 19th century. The text reflects his realist style, characterized by keen...