The Quaint Companions (1918)

The Quaint Companions is a novel written by Leonard Merrick and was first published in 1918. The story follows the life of a young man named John Touchwood who is a struggling writer living in London. John is a shy and introverted person who has a difficult time making friends and connecting with people. However, he finds solace in his two pets, a dog named Tim and a cat named Puss. John's life takes a turn when he meets a young woman named Mary who is also an aspiring writer. Mary is outgoing and confident, and she helps John come out of his shell. They soon become close friends, and John finds himself falling in love with her. However, Mary is engaged to another man, and John is left heartbroken. As John tries to move on from his feelings for Mary, he finds himself drawn into the lives of his neighbors, including a young couple with marital problems and an elderly woman who is struggling with loneliness. John's pets also play a significant role in the story, as they help him connect with others and navigate the ups and downs of life in London. The Quaint Companions is a heartwarming and engaging novel that explores themes of love, friendship, and the importance of companionship. It is a timeless story that still resonates with readers today.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.