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Miss Livingston's Companion: A Love Story of Old New York is a classic novel written by Mary Dillon and first published in 1911. The novel is set in the early 19th century in New York City and follows the story of a young woman named Miss Livingston and her companion, a young man named John Charteris. Miss Livingston is a wealthy and independent woman who is not interested in getting married, but she is in need of a companion to help her with her daily tasks. John Charteris is a poor but educated young man who is hired as Miss Livingston's companion. Despite their different social statuses, Miss Livingston and John Charteris develop a deep and meaningful friendship that eventually turns into love.The novel explores themes of social class, gender roles, and the power dynamics between men and women in the 19th century. It also provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life in Old New York, with its opulent mansions, bustling streets, and strict social hierarchies. Miss Livingston's Companion is a beautifully written and timeless love story that will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction, romance, and stories about the complexities of human relationships.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.