"A refreshing book for the reader who knows and
loves human nature, who delights in the quiet realities
of life."--_Chicago Record-Herald._
"The charm of the story and the leisureliness of its
narration remind one of De Morgan's 'Joseph Vance,'
or Locke's 'The Beloved Vagabond.' There is
enjoyment on every page."--_Brooklyn Eagle._
"He can draw characters--aristocratic old ladies,
maiden ladies and ladies maids--which are unforgettable,
and he describes houses and rooms so incisively
that the reader can share them with their occupants."
--_London Punch._
"Full of quality, leisure, and the possibility of keen
yet unhurried enjoyment."--_Life._
"A brilliant piece of work, full of ripeness and an
understanding of the richness of life."
--_N. Y. Evening Sun._