For George Finch, one of “nature’s white mice” and probably the worst artist ever to put brush to canvas, there are many obstacles to overcome. Undoubtedly the greatest is his beloved Molly’s fearsome stepmother, Mrs. Waddington, who has her eye on an eligible English lord for a son-in-law. Luckily, George has an ally in sharp-witted Hamilton Beamish, an old family friend of the Waddingtons. Then there is George’s butler, Mullett, and his light-fingered girlfriend, Fanny, whose valuable skills are of particular interest to the would-be father-in-law.
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"An unusually complicated plot for PGW. Beyond the usual frustrated engagement there's a crime spree, a comment on Prohibition, two additional love sub-plots. And some of the wittiest language of the canon, I think." — Scott (4 out of 5 stars)
"An unusually complicated plot for PGW. Beyond the usual frustrated engagement there's a crime spree, a comment on Prohibition, two additional love sub-plots. And some of the wittiest language of the canon, I think."
" typical wodehouse confusion. typical wodehouse fun! "
" I just love reading P.G. Wodehouse. It's like having a great conversation and dinner. "
" hilarious!!! wodehouse's wit and timing are on point. "
" The book is replete with humour - civilized and decent. "
" Too much confusion, too much fun! No matter how miserable you are, this one will leave you laughing your heart out! I read it during my MBA lectures and it was totally worthwhile! ;) "
" The book has a nice plot with a couple of love stories built in. I really pity the poor Officer Garroway. "
" I just finished this book and laughed out loud the whole way through. Looking for more of the same. :) "
" Wodehouse is the best writer ever! "
" I've always heard good things about Wodehouse, and after reading this, I know why. Hysterical! Strongly recommended. "
" One of my most favorite Wodehouse stories - the hero is from Idaho! "
" Loved it! One of the finest by Wodehouse! "
" Enjoyable romantic comedy set in New York. Written at the height of the prohibition, which is reflected in the big police raid on the "Purple Chicken". "
" I think I am one of the few people who does not like P. G. Woodhouse. I find him a pedantic bore "
" Such a fun and wonderful book. P.G. Wodehouse does not disappoint...ever! "
" Classic P. G. Wodehouse set in America during Prohibition. As usual, frequently worthy of laughing out loud. "
Sir Pelham Grenville Wodehouse (1881–1975) was an English humorist who wrote novels, short stories, plays, poems, song lyrics, and numerous pieces of journalism. He was highly popular throughout a career that lasted more than seventy years, and his many writings continue to be widely read. He is best known for his novels and short stories of Bertie Wooster and his manservant Jeeves and for his settings of English upper-class society of the pre– and post–World War I era. He lived in several countries before settling in the United States after World War II. During the 1920s, he collaborated with Broadway legends like Cole Porter and George Gershwin on musicals and, in the 1930s, expanded his repertoire by writing for motion pictures. He was honored with a knighthood in 1975.
Jonathan Cecil (1939–2011) was a vastly experienced actor, appearing at Shakespeare’s Globe as well as in such West End productions as The Importance of Being Earnest, The Seagull, and The Bed before Yesterday. He toured in The Incomparable Max, Twelfth Night, and An Ideal Husband, while among his considerable television and film appearances were The Rector’s Wife, Just William, Murder Most Horrid, and As You Like It.
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