A collection of letters from one of England's greatest comic writers includes his humorous and touching correspondence with family, friends, and great literary figures of the twentieth century.

P.G. Wodehouse saw his first article published when still at school, and went on to become the leading humour writer of the twentieth century. He created characters famous across the English-speaking world, such as Rupert Psmith, Stanley Ukridge, Uncle Fred, the inhabitants of the Drones Club, Bertie Wooster and Jeeves, and Lord Emsworth and his beloved Empress, all of whom remain as popular today as they were when they first appeared all those years ago. But behind all the brilliant metaphors that make us laugh out loud, there is a surprising background of reality. Wodehouse didn't create his stories from scratch; he used real settings and exaggerated the characteristics of people he knew. With examples of Wodehouse's unique imagery, the P.G. Wodehouse Miscellany follows the development and progress of his legendary characters, tells us where Wodehouse got his ideas from and demonstrates why his admirers included Bertrand Russell, Berthold Brecht, George Orwell, Rudyard Kipling and the Kaiser. This informative little miscellany will be a must for all fans of P.G. Wodehouse.

For all fans of the incomparable and outrageously funny portrayer of English upper-class life, here is a necessary addition to the Wodehouse shelf. Taken mostly from old newspapers and magazines, these previously uncollected articles and short stories were written early in Wodehouse's literary career. Included are the only mystery story Wodehouse ever wrote, the first of his many articles for Punch, a hilarious spoof of the advertising world, amusing accounts of British public school life, and many other collector's delights.

The Inimitable Jeeves, a delightful classic by P.G. Wodehouse, offers readers a series of hilarious misadventures featuring the charmingly clueless Bertie Wooster and his unflappable valet, Jeeves. This collection of interconnected stories takes us through the uproarious escapades of Bertie and his friends as they navigate love troubles, family conflicts, and the high society pressures of Edwardian England. In each story, Jeeves’s clever problem-solving skills and keen understanding of human nature save the day, often to the surprise of Bertie, who remains blissfully unaware of his own foibles. From avoiding unwanted engagements to untangling the romantic troubles of his friend Bingo Little, Jeeves handles every crisis with impeccable style and wit, leaving readers in stitches. The Inimitable Jeeves is celebrated for Wodehouse’s brilliant humor, memorable characters, and sharp social satire. This book showcases Wodehouse at his finest, with Jeeves’s understated intelligence and Bertie’s endearing obliviousness creating a timeless comedic duo. It’s an essential read for fans of British humor and anyone who enjoys stories filled with wit, charm, and gentle absurdity. Readers are drawn to The Inimitable Jeeves for its lighthearted escapism and Wodehouse's masterful prose, which transforms everyday predicaments into laugh-out-loud moments. This book is perfect for anyone looking to unwind with a dose of laughter, making it a classic addition to any bookshelf. Owning a copy of The Inimitable Jeeves invites readers to experience the timeless hilarity of one of literature’s most beloved comic partnerships.

“Sublime comic genius”—Ben Elton These eleven stories describe the misadventures of the delightfully idle “Eggs,” “Beans,” and “Crumpets” that populate the Drones club: young men wearing spats, starting spats, and landing in sticky spots. For the first of his many appearances in the Wodehouse canon, Uncle Fred comes to what he believes to be the rescue.

"Kid Brady Stories first published in Pearson's Magazine, New York, September 1905-March 1907"--Title page verso.

Tales of St. Austin's is a collection of short stories and essays, all with a school theme, by P. G. Wodehouse. It was first published on 10 November 1903 by Adam & Charles Black, London, all except one item having previously appeared in the schoolboy magazines, The Captain and Public School Magazine. The stories are set in the fictional public school of St. Austin's, which was also the setting for The Pothunters (1902); they revolve around cricket, rugby, petty gambling and other boyish escapades.

A Prefect's Uncle is a children's novel by P. G. Wodehouse. A mischievous young boy called Reginald Farnie enrols at the public school of Beckford College, bringing with him an attitude of "do what you wilt for excitement's sake" that soon has the place turned upside down.

In his introduction to this important reference work, Robert Fitzpatrick traces the origins of the boys' school story back to the 18th-century and its development and reception over the last 200 years. The contribution of women writers to the boys' school story is examined and popular topics explored. With over 500 entries, this encyclopaedia is the most comprehensive survey to date of this popular and highly collectable genre.