Mr. Cooper just wants to be left alone with his memories and his quiet life, until the Stamfords move into his building, and his life. New York City hot summer days bring out the best in people, especially when they have expansion on their minds, and anyone in their way better vacate the premises. While Mr. Stamford is working hard to supply for his family the good life, while Mrs. Stamford is making plans to takeover her neighbors apartment. A lesson for the nosy neighbor, the new tenant, book covers are deceiving.