The Original Jeeves Stories. Volume III: Go On, Jeeves!
P. WodehouseСерия книг: The Original Jeeves Stories #3
Описание
Volume III of the series Go On, Jeeves!—the final part of the three‑volume collection The Jeeves Stories—brings readers back to the delightful world of the ever‑cheerful Bertie Wooster and his impeccably composed valet, Jeeves—a duo whose adventures have long been a classic of British comic fiction.
Bertie, a charming member of London high society, constantly finds himself in absurd predicaments: he’s threatened with an unwanted marriage, has to rescue friends in trouble, or must sort out his relatives’ affairs—and every time, things only get more complicated. Yet the moment Bertie utters the magic words “Jeeves!”, his loyal servant, with his flawless manners and phenomenal wit, comes up with a brilliant solution, saving his employer from yet another disaster.
This collection gathers stories written between 1916 and 1930—from early sketches to tales where the Wooster‑Jeeves duo is fully established as a unique comic mechanism. Through humorous twists and turns, the author subtly highlights the peculiarities of aristocratic society, pokes fun at its conventions, and shows how intelligence and tact triumph over social prejudices.
With its light style, sparkling dialogue, and the author’s signature wit, this collection is perfect for readers who appreciate fine English satire and a heart‑warming tale of friendship—where one always knows what to do, and the other is forever grateful for it.
The value of this edition lies in its carefully curated selection, which traces the evolution of the iconic Jeeves and Wooster dynamic across the entire three‑volume series The Jeeves Stories. It offers a chronological journey through the early development of these beloved characters, showcasing how their relationship and comedic chemistry deepened over the years.
A special highlight of this edition is the set of original illustrations created exclusively for this publication. These vivid drawings breathe new life into the stories, capturing the charm and absurdity of Bertie’s mishaps and the unflappable dignity of Jeeves. Whether it’s a frantic scene of social chaos or a quiet moment of Jeeves delivering sage advice, the illustrations perfectly complement Wodehouse’s prose and invite readers to experience the world of Bertie and Jeeves through a fresh, engaging visual lens.
This volume preserves the original charm of the magazine publications while presenting them in a cohesive book form, serving as a time capsule of early 20th‑century British humour and social observation. It highlights P. G. Wodehouse’s mastery of comic timing and dialogue, which has influenced generations of writers and continues to delight readers today. Whether you’re revisiting old favourites or discovering the duo for the first time, this edition offers both entertainment and insight into one of literature’s most enduring partnerships.
P. Wodehouse : об авторе
The author of almost a hundred books and the creator of Jeeves, Blandings Castle, Psmith, Ukridge, Uncle Fred and Mr Mulliner, P.G. Wodehouse was born in 1881 and educated at Dulwich College. After two years with the Hong Kong and Shanghai Bank he became a full-time writer, contributing to a variety of periodicals including Punch and the Globe. He married in 1914. As well as his novels and short stories, he wrote lyrics for musical comedies with Guy Bolton and Jerome Kern, and at one time had five musicals running simultaneously on Broadway. His time in Hollywood also provided much source material for fiction. At the age of 93, in the New Year's Honours List of 1975, he received a long-overdue knighthood, only to die on St Valentine 's Day some 45 days later.
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