A Gentleman of Leisure by P. G. Wodehouse

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Author Wodehouse, P. G. (Pelham Grenville), 1881-1975
Title A Gentleman of Leisure
Note Reading ease score: 85.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note Originally published under the title: The intrusion of Jimmy.
Credits D A Alexander, Stephen Hutcheson, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary "A Gentleman of Leisure" by P. G. Wodehouse is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Jimmy Pitt, a young Englishman who comes into a fortune after years of a nomadic and adventurous life, transitioning from a newspaper reporter to a wealthy gentleman. The book humorously explores themes of wealth, identity, and the thrill of risk, particularly through the bet that Jimmy makes with his friends regarding his ability to commit a burglary. The opening of the book introduces Jimmy Pitt during a lively discussion at the Strollers’ Club in New York, where theatre actors gather. As he rejoins his friends after traveling abroad, the conversation shifts towards a bet about his ability to successfully commit a burglary, a challenge that sparks his excitement. Through witty exchanges and character introductions, we learn about Jimmy’s charm and adventurous spirit, setting the stage for a series of comedic incidents as he attempts to navigate the world of wealth and potential crime while maintaining his good-natured persona. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction
Subject Humorous stories
Subject Love stories
Subject Burglary -- Fiction
Subject British -- United States -- Fiction
Subject Police -- Family relationships -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 65172
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 12, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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