In this collection of essays, Dorothy Parker masterfully explores the complexities of relationships with men she is not married to. With her sharp wit and keen observations, Parker delves into the joys, frustrations, and disappointments that come with romantic entanglements. Her writing is both humorous and heartbreaking, capturing the nuances of love and desire with authenticity and wit. Parker's keen insight and candid storytelling make this book a captivating read for anyone interested in the complexities of human relationships. Highly recommended for fans of intelligent and incisive writing.

Book Description:
Dorothy Parker was a poet, writer and satirist of the foibles of the early 20th century , and a founding member of New York’s Algonquin Round Table, a group of prominent artistic and social critics, actors and wits.

This is a short collection of humorously critical descriptions of various men on the periphery of her “inner circle,” which explain why they are men she is not married to. - Summary by Kirsten Wever