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Discover a delightful collection of whimsical short stories that originally graced the pages of periodicals, all centered around the charming character of Mr. Mulliner. Narrated by James Hutchisson, these tales invite you into a world of humor and intrigue.

Dive into the whimsical world of P. G. Wodehouse with The Man With Two Left Feet, and Other Stories, a delightful collection of short stories first published in the UK on March 8, 1917, and later in the US in 1933. This eclectic anthology features tales that explore the intricacies of relationships, the humor of sports, and the charm of household pets, with most stories originally appearing in renowned periodicals like the Strand and the Saturday Evening Post. Among these enchanting narratives, Extricating Young Gussie stands out as it marks the first appearance of two of Wodehouses beloved ...

When Bertie Wooster or his friends found themselves in a tight spot, their instinct was to turn to Jeeves—Berties loyal manservant. With an unparalleled understanding of human nature, especially that of the privileged youth, Jeeves was the go-to problem solver, whether it was a cousins romantic entanglement with a waitress or the mischief of Claude and Eustace. He never failed to deliver. The only area where he fell short in Berties eyes was in his strict adherence to fashion—particularly when it came to spats, socks, and ties in the springtime. This volume showcases some of Jeeves most ...

Dive into the witty and whimsical world of P. G. Wodehouse in Money For Nothing, where he masterfully explores the depths of human experience through his unforgettable characters. With a keen eye for the emotional, Wodehouse illustrates moments like a kind-hearted woman who spares a snail but casts a scorching glance at the man in her life. He delves into the intellectual with sharp observations on life’s choices, and even touches on theological musings that prompt laughter and reflection. Meet Hugo Carmody and Ronnie Fish, who reappear in later Blandings Castle tales, as well as the ...

Discover the humorous journey of James Orlebar Cloyster, a man whose success is attributed to the unwavering support of a remarkable woman. As we delve into his life, a series of amusing events unfold, narrated through the perspectives of various characters intertwined in his story. This fictionalized account, inspired by the early years of P.G. Wodehouse as a journalist, offers a witty and entertaining glimpse into the past, with Cloyster embodying the spirit of Wodehouse himself. (Summary by Debra Lynn)

Dive into A Man of Means, a delightful collection of six short stories co-crafted by P. G. Wodehouse and C. H. Bovill. Follow the charmingly unremarkable Roland Bleke as he unexpectedly stumbles into financial fortune, starting with a sweepstake win he barely remembers entering. As this timid young man navigates love and marriage, his newfound wealth proves to be a double-edged sword. Each story weaves into the next, with clever callbacks to Rolands previous misadventures, all told with Wodehouses signature crisp and witty style. The mishaps that befall our hapless hero are both entertaining ...

Everyone - even Augustus the cat - has cause to be obliged to Jeeves when he manages to retrieve the infamous Book - the book which lays bare the private lives of three-quarters of the upper classes. And which could prove to be political dynamite at the Market Snodsbury by-election.

Bertie Wooster is one of nature's gentlemen, so when Gussie Fink-Nottle gets himself into a spot of bother with the law, Bertie helps out - by impersonating Gussie! The plan seems to be working, until Gussie turns up - impersonating Bertie!

The Times has announced, much to Bertie's astonishment, the news of his engagement to the beautiful Bobbie Wickham. But worse is to come....Uncle Tom's antique silver cow-creamer has gone missing; Kipper Herring has libelled his and Bertie's former headmaster; leading British psychiatrist Sir Roderick Glossop is posing as a butler; and Aunt Dahlia's masterly French chef, Anatole, is once again becoming a pawn in a terrible power struggle.

Join the quirky journey of Sam Shotter, a young American with a flair for the eccentric, as he is sent to England by his wealthy uncle in hopes of getting him out of his hair. Assigned to the renowned Mammoth Publishing Company under the reluctant eye of Lord Tilbury, Sam unexpectedly finds himself living in the idyllic suburb of Valley Fields. Here, a whirlwind of romantic entanglements, business mishaps, and unexpected criminal escapades unfold. This tale also introduces the unforgettable Chimp Twist, a man so crooked he could hide behind a spiral staircase, along with his dubious ...

In a whirlwind of chaos and comedy, a spirited young redhead hatches a plan to kidnap her bothersome cousin, enlisting the help of a washed-up boxer, her eccentric uncle, and a charming rogue with his own agenda. As their scheme unfolds, they find themselves tangled in a web of criminals, detectives, and hilarious cases of mistaken identity that threaten to derail their plans entirely. (Summary by Carrie Bradfield)

In the hallowed halls of Wrykyn School, Sheen, a member of Seymours House, finds himself in a precarious situation after an unexpected attack from local boys. While his friends eagerly dive into the fray, Sheens absence leads to whispers of cowardice, branding him as someone who funked it. In a world where loyalty and honor are paramount, being cut—treated as invisible—becomes his harsh reality. However, during a later encounter with the bullies, Sheen discovers a well of courage within himself when retreat is not an option. After taking a beating, he catches the eye of Joe Bevan, a former...

When Miss. Eve Halliday is caught in an unexpected rainstorm, Mr. Ronald Psmith comes to her rescue with an umbrella. This starts a chain of events that will take the reader on a chaotic journey of fun and adventure. Mr. Psmith is a gallant gentleman who loves to do good deeds for others but especially for beautiful ladies such as Eve. When he snatches an umbrella from the Drone Club to help a lady in distress, he has no idea what he is getting himself into.

My Man Jeeves, first published in 1919, introduced the world to affable, indolent Bertie Wooster and his precise, capable valet, Jeeves. Some of the finest examples of humorous writing found in English literature are woven around the relationship between these two men of very different classes and temperaments. Where Bertie is impetuous and feeble, Jeeves is coolheaded and poised.

Who but P.G. Wodehouse could have extracted high comedy from the most noble and ancient game of golf? And who else could have combined this comedy with a real appreciation of the game, drawn from personal experience? Wodehouse's brilliant but human brand of humor is perfectly suited to these stories of love, rivalry, revenge, and fulfillment on the links.

While Blandings Castle sleeps in the summer sun, the Hon. Galahad Threepwood, brother of the Earl of Emsworth, is busily engaged in writing his Reminiscences, and they look set to be as warm as the weather, if not warmer. For Galahad has led a thoroughly misspent life, and his acquaintances can all too easily recall their past follies in his company. Reputations are at stake and even the nobility and gentry are beginning to panic.

Jimmy Crocker, a.k.a. Piccadilly Jim is a lively young American ex-newspaper man who meets Ann Chester, the girl of his dreams, in London. Problem is Jim once wrote a bad review of her first book of poetry. They set sail to New York together with Ann still not knowing he's the dastardly critic!

Psmith and his friend Mike are sent by their fathers to work in the City. But work is the last thing on Psmith's mind; surely there are more interesting things to do with the day than spend it in a bank? Unfortunately the natives aren't conducive to his socialising within work hours, but all's fair in love and work as the monocled Old Etonian, with a little grudging help from Mike, begins to rope in allies in order to reform the bank manager and make him A Decent Member of Society.

Lady Wetherby had a big, soft heart, and she hated hurting her fellows. As a rule, when she had bad news to impart to any one, she administered the blow so gradually and with such mystery as to the actual facts that the victim, having passed through the various stages of imagined horrors, was genuinely relieved, when she actually came to the point, to find that all that had happened was that he had lost all his money.

In A Few Quick Ones, P. G. Wodehouse brings together some of his oldest friends for a party. Jeeves and Wooster are there, so is Mr Mulliner and the Oldest Member.