Publisher's Synopsis
The Old Pincushion Or Aunt Clotilda's Guests is a novel written by Mary Louisa Molesworth, also known as Mrs. Molesworth, and was first published in 1890. The story takes place in a small English village and follows the lives of a group of characters who are all guests of Aunt Clotilda, an elderly woman who lives in a large, old house known as The Pincushion.The novel begins with the arrival of Aunt Clotilda's guests, who come from various walks of life and have different personalities and interests. Among them are a young artist named Dick, a wealthy businessman named Mr. Smith, and a governess named Miss Grey. They are all welcomed warmly by Aunt Clotilda, who is known for her kind and generous nature.As the story progresses, the guests become involved in various activities and adventures, including exploring the village, attending social events, and even solving a mystery. Throughout their stay at The Pincushion, they form close bonds with each other and with Aunt Clotilda, who becomes like a mother figure to them.The Old Pincushion Or Aunt Clotilda's Guests is a heartwarming novel that explores themes of friendship, family, and community. It is a charming and nostalgic portrayal of life in a small English village in the late 19th century, and is sure to delight readers who enjoy classic literature and historical fiction.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.
