| Author |
Wodehouse, P. G. (Pelham Grenville), 1881-1975 |
| Title |
The Girl on the Boat
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Girl on the Boat" by P. G. Wodehouse is a comedic novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story centers on Sam Marlowe, a young man who becomes infatuated with Billie Bennett during their voyage on the R.M.S. Atlantic, while navigating the complications posed by rival suitor Bream Mortimer and Sam's own blundering attempts to win her heart. The opening of the novel sets the stage by introducing us to Sam and his love for Billie, whose high ideals complicate his affections. We also meet Mrs. Hignett, Sam's snippy aunt, and Eustace, a cousin with a broken heart over his own romantic woes, which adds to the comedic undertones. Despite a series of amusing misunderstandings and setbacks, such as Sam accidentally diving into the ocean during a chaotic departure, the groundwork for a romantic adventure unfolds—complete with witty exchanges and eccentric characters who enrich the story's lighthearted tone. This mix of romance, humor, and idyllic British settings promises an entertaining read for fans of classic comedic literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Humorous stories
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| Subject |
Children of the rich -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Golf stories
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| Subject |
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
20717 |
| Release Date |
Mar 1, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 17, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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