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Go back to the beginning with one of the masters of English humor writing. Wodehouse's first published novel, The Pothunters is also one of several of the author's works that centers on the fictional public school known as St. Austin's. The book recounts the daily comings and goings of the students, as well as their athletic triumphs and travails in their quest for glory and "pots" (trophies).
Only a comic genius of the magnitude of P.G. Wodehouse could take a weighty subject like war and turn it into a rib-tickling joyride. The Swoop! is an account of a fictionalized invasion of England by several enemy armies—and of the indomitable Boy Scout leader who uses psychological warfare to turn the leaders of the invading forces against one another.
Long before British humor master P.G. Wodehouse created the popular novel series based on the much-beloved character Jeeves, he sent up his native country's private school culture in A Prefect's Uncle. When the mischievous prankster Farnie arrives on campus of tony Beckford College and his shocking true identity is revealed, much hilarity ensues.
The title story in this collection of classic Wodehouse school tales focuses on a student named Chapple, whose claim to fame is his absolute inability to make it to breakfast on time. When the rest of the students begin to suffer as a result of his tardiness, they make it a point to coax Chapple into punctuality using a variety of inducements. The Politeness of Princes and Other School Stories is a must-read for fans of this one-of-a-kind
...Ready for an irreverent take on love and romance? Dive into The Man Upstairs and Other Stories from British humorist P. G. Wodehouse. Equal parts silly and sweet, and all infused with Wodehouse's trademark wit, these tales will please longtime fans and first-time readers alike.
A romance novel that unfolds against the backdrop of a woefully amateurish poultry farm? It may sound like a bizarre concept for a book, but presented with P.G. Wodehouse's trademark wit and charm, this seemingly outlandish plot is transformed into a knee-slappingly hilarious read. Whether you're in it for the love story or the uproarious humor, Love Among the Chickens offers a much-needed dose of levity to any reader.
The globetrotting adventures and hilarious hijinks of bon vivant and force of nature Psmith continue in Psmith, Journalist. Psmith and his best friend, a cricket player by the name of Mike Jackson, travel to New York for a series of cricket matches. In his usual manner, Psmith soon finds himself sucked into several extraordinary situations, including a criminal enterprise spawned by several seedy underworld impresarios and a top role in
...Set off for hilarious hijinks on the high seas in this comic masterpiece from P. G. Wodehouse. An ocean liner bound for England becomes the amorous battleground for a bevy of star-crossed lovers. At the center of the mess is one Billie Benton, who is surrounded by her on-again, off-again fiance, her long-time friend, and a smitten new acquaintance. Who will win Miss Benton's affections? Dive into Three Men and a Maid to find out.
10) Uneasy Money
What would you do if you found out that a long-ago acquaintance left you the equivalent of millions of dollars in his will? That's exactly what happens to down-on-his-luck Lord Dawlish in P. G. Wodehouse's Uneasy Money. Although the funds are a much-needed financial blessing, Dawlish isn't entirely comfortable with the inheritance and sets off on a quest to put things right—with plenty of stops along the way to indulge his love of
...Greedy robber baron Benjamin Scobell has hatched what he believes to be a can't-fail scheme to bolster his bank account even further. But his plans to build a gambler's paradise on a little-visited Mediterranean island go horribly awry when it's discovered that his beloved niece Betty has a history of romantic entanglement with the heir to the country's throne. Disaster—and hilarity—ensues.
In the British tradition, a white feather has long been a symbol of cowardice or pusillanimity in battle or when facing adversity. In The White Feather, Wodehouse applies this metaphor to the dog-eat-dog world of school. When an introverted and academically minded student displays a pronounced lack of courage when attacked by a gang of street toughs, he is ostracized by his peers and develops an outlandish scheme to restore his reputation.
...13) Right Ho, Jeeves
In this, the second novel in P.G. Wodehouse's delightful Jeeves series, the family fumbles through a comedy of errors that is set in motion by a marriage proposal and a downward spiral of miscommunication and crossed wires. This hilarious novel contains many of the most beloved scenes and set pieces from the series. A must-read for Wodehouse fans and lovers of top-notch humor writing.
14) My Man Jeeves
P.G. Wodehouse earned a well-deserved reputation as one of the finest English prose stylists. In this collection of stories, Wodehouse introduces us to Jeeves, one of the author's most beloved fictional characters. If you could do with a good laugh, this hilarious collection will definitely do the trick.
This episodic novel tells the story of Archibald Moffam, a perennially down-on-his-luck character who meets with misfortune as he tries to navigate the landmines of marriage, family relationships, and the working life. Told with the kind of sparkling wit only P.G. Wodehouse can muster, Indiscretions of Archie is enough to make anyone feel better about their own mishaps, while providing plenty of belly laughs along the way.
When you're in the mood for classic humor writing, nothing can hold a candle to the work of P.G. Wodehouse. This novel fallows the madcap adventures of a young family who have recently welcomed their first child. Any parent who has attempted to navigate the pitfalls of childrearing will appreciate this hilarious and all-too-accurate depiction.
Like many of Wodehouse's most popular works, The Head of Kay's is set among the British upper class; in this instance, the backdrop of the novel is a boarding school for boys. One dorm that is overseen by the much-maligned Mr. Kay has developed a reputation for hijinks—and with good reason. This good-humored novel is the perfect read with which to while away a lazy afternoon.
18) Mike and Psmith
This classic novel, published under an array of different titles over the years, introduces readers to Rupert Psmith (the 'p' is silent), the charming bon vivant and man-about-town who would go on to feature in a series of Wodehouse's stories and novels. The tale focuses first on Mike Jackson, a mischievous college athlete whose propensity for partying often lands him in hot water. Later, Mike meets up with the singular Psmith and the two become
...Only in the hands of British humor master P.G. Wodehouse can a plot involving a horrendously spoiled child and a slew of botched kidnapping attempts become an uproariously funny comedy of errors. Ogden Ford, the Little Nugget referred to in the book's title, is a petulant brat who has been coddled to the point of no return by his indulgent parents. Because of the family's immense wealth, Ogden represents a big fat payday to various nefarious
...In many ways, Jill Mariner has it made: born into a family with money and blessed with good looks and smarts, she's looking forward to a lifetime of love and leisure as the book opens. But she soon finds out that life has a funny way of upending one's expectations. When everything changes in an instant, Jill finds herself penniless and looking for love. Will she learn how to make her way in the world? Read The Little Warrior to find out.
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