Susan Clegg and a Man in the House (1907)

Susan Clegg and a Man in the House is a novel written by Anne Warner and published in 1907. The story revolves around Susan Clegg, a middle-aged woman who lives with her widowed sister and her family in a small New England town. Susan is known for her sharp wit and no-nonsense attitude, which often gets her into trouble.One day, a mysterious man named Mr. Kimball comes to town and rents a room in Susan's sister's house. Susan is immediately suspicious of Mr. Kimball and sets out to uncover his true identity. Along the way, she gets involved in a number of hilarious misadventures, including a run-in with a group of suffragettes and a disastrous attempt at matchmaking.As the story unfolds, Susan begins to develop a grudging respect for Mr. Kimball and even finds herself attracted to him. However, when she discovers his true identity, she is forced to confront her own prejudices and reevaluate her feelings towards him.Overall, Susan Clegg and a Man in the House is a charming and witty novel that explores themes of love, friendship, and the importance of keeping an open mind. Anne Warner's sharp writing and colorful characters make this book a delightful read for fans of classic literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.