Blandings Castle and Elsewhere

by P. G. Wodehouse
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  • ID: 6519
  • Added: 2025-11-18
  • Updated: 2025-11-18
  • ISBN: 9781409063568
  • Publisher: Random House
  • Published: 2009-05-27
  • Reviews: 2

This delightful collection by P. G. Wodehouse brings together a series of laugh-out-loud short stories that showcase his signature humor and charm. Meet Clarence, the absent-minded ninth Earl of Emsworth, as he navigates the antics surrounding his prized pig, the Empress of Blandings, who is vying for a top prize at the Shropshire Agricultural Show. The stories also include a delightful feud between Head Gardener McAllister and the formidable Lady Constance, resolved by a mischievous little girl from London. Additionally, the book features tales of excess from the Golden Age of Hollywood, specially selected by Wodehouse himself. Wodehouse's timeless wit and clever storytelling make this collection a must-read for fans of classic comedy. Praised by Greg James as 'the funniest person that has ever written words' and hailed by Kate Mosse as an 'incomparable and timeless genius,' this book is a treasure trove of humor and entertainment.

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The Storygraph · 2024-05-02
hilarious 4.50

The first half of this collection is brilliant and honestly hilarious. It captures all the idiosyncrasies of British village society.

The first half of this book is a standout, filled with brilliant and honestly hilarious stories. It perfectly captures the idiosyncrasies of British village society, making it a joy to read. The humor is sharp and the characters are delightfully eccentric. While the second half may not be as strong, the first half alone makes this collection worth reading. It's a great choice for fans of classic British humor.

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    The first half of this collection is brilliant

    Honestly hilarious

    All the idiosyncrasies one comes to expect of British Village society

Waterstones · 2008-05-01
brilliant 5.00

PG Wodehouse at his best. Blissfully funny and very clever, the stories describe a vanished world of eccentric country house living.

This collection is a testament to Wodehouse's mastery of comedy. The stories are not only hilarious but also cleverly crafted, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of British aristocracy. The humor is timeless, and the characters are so well-drawn that they feel like old friends. It's a perfect read for anyone who appreciates classic comedy and enjoys losing themselves in a world of absurdity and charm.

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    PG Wodehouse at his best

    Blissfully funny and very clever

    The stories describe a vanished world of eccentric country house living

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