# Inigo Jollifant — The Good Companions character guide > Inigo Jollifant in The Good Companions by J. B. Priestley. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Mr. Jollifant, Jollifant, Inigo **First appearance:** 0013-iii-inigo-jollifant-quotes-shakespeare-and-departs-in-the-night ## Snapshot A languid young schoolmaster who would rather flirt, whistle, and dodge Sunday duties than teach, until boredom and a stolen afternoon push him toward the piano and the open road. ## Who they are Inigo drifts through Washbury Manor with amused contempt for its routines, half in love with Daisy Callander and wholly allergic to effort. When Felton coolly walks off with both the girl and the afternoon, Inigo's sulk curdles into a chuckle and a resolve to escape. His itch for something livelier than schoolmastering makes him the restless spark the troupe will need. ## Relationships ### [Susie Dean](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters/susie_dean) _romantic_ Inigo and Susie share a deep romantic bond, with Susie often inspiring Inigo's musical creativity and providing emotional support. ### [Elizabeth Trant](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters/elizabeth_trant) _friendship_ Elizabeth acts as a maternal friend and mentor to Inigo, guiding him through the troupe's challenges with warmth and wisdom. ### [Joe Brundit](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters/joe_brundit) _friendship_ Inigo and Joe develop a solid friendship, with Joe's practical nature balancing Inigo's artistic temperament. ### [Morton Mitcham](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters/morton_mitcham) _professional_ Inigo and Morton have a professional relationship as fellow musicians, collaborating on the troupe's musical performances. ### [Mr. Fauntley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters/mr_fauntley) _professional_ Inigo and Mr. Fauntley have a professional relationship as teacher and former student, with Fauntley providing Inigo with a job and some guidance. ### [Jess Oakroyd](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters/jess_oakroyd) _friendship_ Inigo and Jess develop a warm friendship through their shared adventures in the troupe, with Jess's down-to-earth nature complementing Inigo's idealism. ### [Susie Dean](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters/susie_dean) _romantic_ Inigo and Susie share a deep romantic bond, with Susie often inspiring Inigo's musical creativity and providing emotional support. ### [Elizabeth Trant](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters/elizabeth_trant) _friendship_ Elizabeth acts as a maternal friend and mentor to Inigo, guiding him through the troupe's challenges with warmth and wisdom. ### [Susie Dean](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters/susie_dean) _romantic_ Inigo and Susie share a deep romantic bond, with Susie often inspiring Inigo's musical creativity and providing emotional support. ### [Elizabeth Trant](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters/elizabeth_trant) _friendship_ Elizabeth acts as a maternal friend and mentor to Inigo, guiding him through the troupe's challenges with warmth and wisdom. ### [Mr. Fauntley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters/mr_fauntley) _professional_ Inigo and Mr. Fauntley have a professional relationship as teacher and former student, with Fauntley providing Inigo with a job and some guidance. ### [Joe Brundit](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters/joe_brundit) _friendship_ Inigo and Joe develop a solid friendship, with Joe's practical nature balancing Inigo's artistic temperament. ## In the story ### [The Good Companions](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/the-good-companions) A key member of the troupe, contributing his musical talents. ### [Book I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/book-i) Introduced as a young schoolmaster who is dismissed from his position and begins his journey. ### [III: Inigo Jollifant Quotes Shakespeare and Departs in the Night](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iii-inigo-jollifant-quotes-shakespeare-and-departs-in-the-night) Borrows a detective story from Fauntley, arranges a birthday celebration, and feels depressed by the school routine. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/i) A young teacher at Washbury Manor, engaged in writing an essay but avoiding work; he is whimsical, rebellious, and smokes a long pipe. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/ii) Bored and restless, Inigo prepares for a Sunday outing, then deals with disappointment by visiting Fauntley and arranging a birthday whisky supply via Alice and Comrie. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iii) Dismissed from his teaching post, he decides to leave Washbury Manor on foot, carrying a knapsack and ash stick, with no fixed plan. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iv) Inigo is one of the two men who approach the refreshment rooms, calling out about the Dinky Doos. ### [Inigo Meets a Member of the Profession and Turns Pianist](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/vi-inigo-meets-a-member-of-the-profession-and-turns-pianist) Leaves Washbury Manor, walks through the night, hitches a ride, meets Morton Mitcham at Dullingham Junction, and later encounters an apocalyptic car before falling asleep. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/i) Leaves Washbury Manor after the birthday party, walks to the main road, and hitches a ride to Dullingham Junction, where he meets Morton Mitcham. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/ii) Attends the Second Resurrectionists' gathering, walks with Freda, and later explores the countryside alone. ### [Chapter III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iii) Meets Morton Mitcham, agrees to join the Dinky Doos, performs at the Singing Room. ### [Book II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/book-ii) Continues his involvement with the troupe, contributing his musical talents. ### [In Which They All Become "Good Companions"](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/i-in-which-they-all-become-good-companions) Hired as pianist; hosts the dinner and encourages the 'powwow' about the show's future. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/i) Inigo Jollifant arranges a meeting at The Royal Standard and departs with the Brundits. ### [The Dinner at The Royal Standard](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/ii) Hosts the dinner, gives a speech about being a good companion, and proposes renaming the show. ### [II: Very Short, and Devoted to Rehearsals](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/ii-very-short-and-devoted-to-rehearsals) The new pianist, working tirelessly through rehearsals, struggling with the piano's sticking notes and the troupe's large repertoires. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iv) Plays piano for the opening numbers; is exhausted after the performance; receives sympathy from Susie and Mrs. Joe for not getting applause. ### [Mr. Oakroyd Plays "The Hunted Man" for a Short Season](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iv-mr-oakroyd-plays-the-hunted-man-for-a-short-season) Notices Oakroyd's change in spirits and chaffs him about meeting a fellow Bruddersfordian. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/i) Admired by Mr. Oakroyd as a piano-player and a friendly young chap without a swelled head. There is a special bond between them as fellow amateurs. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iii) Inigo is present in Winstead and is attentive to Susie Dean, though she sometimes prefers to explore alone. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iv) Inigo notices Oakroyd's change in mood and teases him about meeting a fellow Bruddersfordian. ### [Inigo Jumps Out of a Train and Finds Himself in Love](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/v-inigo-jumps-out-of-a-train-and-finds-himself-in-love) Falls in love with Susie Dean during the train journey, listens to her life story, and feels a mix of happiness and melancholy. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/i) Travels with the company, jumps off the train after Susie misses it. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/ii) Inigo confesses his love for Susie during their walk to the hotel, but is gently rejected. He is deeply infatuated and struggles with his emotions. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iii) Inigo is awkward and amused by the encounter, struggling to control his laughter during the tea-table incident. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iv) Engages in a philosophical debate about money, feels melancholy about the evening, and endures the intrusion of a drunken fellow passenger. ### [The Black Week](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/vi-the-black-week) Inigo describes the disastrous Custon Hall performance to Mr. Oakroyd and is eager to hear about Tewborough. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/i) Inigo is part of the company that performs at Custon Hall. He describes the disastrous performance to Mr. Oakroyd and is impatient for news about Tewborough. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/ii) Shares a room with Jess, is dismayed by the lodgings and the news about the theatre, and feels hopeless about the week. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iii) Attempts to write an essay but is distracted by Mr. Mord's slow entrance. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iv) Supports continuing the show but is willing to leave; feels a connection to Miss Trant as a fellow newcomer. ### [All Stolen from the Mail Bag](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/vii-all-stolen-from-the-mail-bag) Writes to Mr. Fauntley about his songwriting, his rejected essays, and his enjoyment of life in Luddenstall, contrasting it with his previous teaching job. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/i) Described as a piano player who writes songs for Susie Dean and Jerry Jerningham, and is infatuated with Susie. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/ii) The pianist, described as a nice young fellow who keeps up well. ### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/vi) Described as the new pianist, a former schoolmaster from Cambridge, writing excellent numbers for Susie. ### [VII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/vii) Narrates the chapter through a letter, describing his new life in Luddenstall, his songwriting, and his positive feelings about the troupe. ### [Book III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/book-iii) Inigo continues to develop as a pianist and composer for the troupe, finding purpose in his music. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/ii) Shares Miss Trant's restlessness; reports on the troupe's divided opinions and Susie's unease. ### [A Chapter of Encounters](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/ii-a-chapter-of-encounters) Inigo is confronted by Susie about his passivity, but holds a card from Mr. Milbrau of Felder and Hunterman, hinting at a potential opportunity. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/i) Inigo is mentioned by Susie as being frustratingly passive and unambitious, despite having talent. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/ii) Dances with Mamie Potter, feels jealous of Susie dancing with the young Dulver, and resolves to confront Susie. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iii) Jealous of Susie's attention to another man; confesses his love for her and impulsively kisses her. ### [III: Inigo in Wonderland](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iii-inigo-in-wonderland) Travels to London to sell his songs; meets Mr. Pitsner and Monte Mortimer; advocates for Susie Dean. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/i) Protagonist on a secret trip to London; experiences dreamlike detachment and a nightmare about the Gatford Hippodrome. ### [Inigo's London Adventure](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/ii) Arrives in London, visits Felder and Hunterman, and meets Mr. Pitsner and others. He is confident but anxious about his songs. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iii) Inigo navigates the surreal London social scene with determination, using his leverage of song rights to demand Monte Mortimer see Susie Dean perform. ### [Susie's Birthday and the Great Chance](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iv) Arrives late to Susie's birthday party, having forgotten her present, but brings news of his songs being accepted and Monte Mortimer's planned attendance. ### [A Benefit Performance](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iv-a-benefit-performance) Plays piano during the performance, feeling a mix of pride and melancholy about Susie's potential success; later helps after the riot. ### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/i) The pianist, talented; troubled by thoughts of Mr. Monte Mortimer. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/ii) Arranged for Monte Mortimer to attend; observes Mortimer's reactions during the performance. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iii) Still in torn stage costume, exhausted and dizzy, he asks about Miss Trant and giggles helplessly from the strain. ### [Long, and Full of Salvage Work](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/v-long-and-full-of-salvage-work) Accepts Memsworth's proposal with a mix of excitement and reluctance; he admits he wants to stay near Susie but sees London as the place to work. ### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/ii) Receives a crushing rejection from Monte Mortimer's secretary; he wants to stay with Susie but is persuaded to pursue his songwriting in London. ### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iii) Accompanies Susie to lunch with Jerry and is praised by Mr. Memsworth for his songwriting talent. ### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/iv) Present at the celebration; will write music for the new show; exchanges smiles with Susie. ### [Epilogue](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/chapters/epilogue) Financially successful from music royalties, has published a book of essays, still devoted to Susie. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters/inigo_jollifant - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_good_companions_se/characters