Maureen Connell

A kindly English botanist and a gruff American scientist lead an expedition to the Himalayas in search of the legendary Yeti.

Jim Dixon struggles with university work, Professor Welch's boring behavior, and his neurotic friend Margaret Peel. His misery is further complicated by his son Bertrand and companion Christine Callaghan.

John Wilson is troubled with pain and and an inability to sleep. He tries to light the gas-fire and seeks help from another lodger, artist Nicholas, who is spending the night with his model, and is reluctant to be disturbed. Anoth...