Edward Bellamy's A Summer Evening's Dream is a romantic comedy set in the fictional town of Summerfield, Massachusetts. The story follows the lives of two young lovers, John and Mary, as they navigate the complexities of love and life. John is a young man from a wealthy family who is determined to make his own way in the world. He is a talented musician and has dreams of becoming a successful composer. Mary is a beautiful young woman from a poor family who is determined to make something of herself. The two meet and quickly fall in love, but their relationship is complicated by their different backgrounds and the expectations of their families. As they struggle to make their relationship work, they must also contend with the interference of their families, the gossip of the townspeople, and the machinations of a mysterious stranger. In the end, John and Mary must decide if their love is strong enough to overcome all of the obstacles in their way. Will they be able to find a way to be together, or will their dreams be dashed?
By Edward Bellamy · First published 1898 · Genre: Romance, Fantasy, Historical Fiction