The Introducers is a novel by the American author Edith Wharton. The story revolves around the lives of two women, Mrs. Pauline Manford and Mrs. Winthrop Tremont, who are both known for their social skills and their ability to introduce people into high society. The novel is set in New York City during the early 20th century, a time when social status and wealth were highly valued.Mrs. Manford is a widow who has dedicated her life to introducing young women into society. She is highly respected by her peers and is considered an authority on the subject. Mrs. Tremont, on the other hand, is a wealthy socialite who is known for her extravagant parties and her ability to connect people.The two women meet and become friends, and together they navigate the complicated world of high society. They introduce each other to their respective circles, and as they do so, they encounter a variety of characters, including young debutantes, wealthy businessmen, and social climbers.As the story unfolds, the two women must navigate their own personal struggles as well. Mrs. Manford is dealing with the loss of her husband, while Mrs. Tremont is struggling with the realization that her wealth and status may not be enough to secure her place in society.The Introducers is a fascinating look at the world of high society during a time when social status and wealth were everything. Wharton's keen observations and sharp wit make this novel a must-read for anyone interested in the social dynamics of the early 20th century.""Oh, yes, you can. That's my reason for asking you. You see, I really can't help Magraw much. It takes a woman to give a man a start. Aline will say, 'Oh, bring him, if you choose' -- but when he comes she won't take any notice of him, or introduce him to any of the nice women. He was too shy to go to the Summertons' last night -- he's really very shy under his loudness -- so Aline's dance will be his first appearance in Newport.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.
This book is part of the Short Stories/Novellas series and is book #18 in the series.