author
Leonard Merrick
1864–1939
Remembered by fellow writers as a "novelist's novelist," he built a quiet but lasting reputation for polished fiction, sharp observation, and a deep feel for theatrical life. Though less widely read now, his novels and stories were admired for their wit, humanity, and craft.
7 Audiobooks
Cynthia With an Introduction by Maurice Hewlett
by Leonard Merrick
A Chair on the Boulevard
by Leonard Merrick
One Man's View
by Leonard Merrick
To Tell You the Truth
by Leonard Merrick
The Man Who Was Good
by Leonard Merrick
Conrad in Quest of His Youth: An Extravagance of Temperament
by Leonard Merrick
The Quaint Companions With an Introduction by H. G. Wells
by Leonard Merrick
About the author
Leonard Merrick was an English novelist born in London on February 21, 1864, and he died there on August 7, 1939. Born Leonard Miller, he later wrote under the name Leonard Merrick, the name by which he became known in literary circles.
He was highly respected by other writers, even if his reputation faded with time. J. M. Barrie famously called him a "novelist's novelist," a phrase that captures how strongly his work was valued for style and skill. Merrick also had a connection to the theater, and that background helped shape fiction noted for lively character work and an insider's feel for performance.
His books included novels such as Conrad in Search of His Youth, and his work was adapted for film as well. Today he is often described as an overlooked writer of unusual polish and intelligence, making him an appealing discovery for listeners interested in late Victorian and early 20th-century fiction.