The Man With Two Left Feet and Other Stories by P. G. Wodehouse

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by P. G. Wodehouse

Humor Short Stories Fiction English Social Life Romance Comedy Eccentricity

PAGES
201
ESTIMATED TIME
5 hours 57 minutes
PACE
Intermediate
ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED
1917
ORIGINAL LANGUAGE
English
DOWNLOADS
2053

The Man With Two Left Feet and Other Stories is a collection of 13 short stories written by P. G. Wodehouse and originally published in 1917.

It is a book of lighthearted short stories. In one of them Jeeves, Wodehouse's famous character, appears for the first time.

The book contains the following stories:

Bill the Bloodhound: Although the protagonist is named Henry, Wodehouse nicknamed tough men Bill. It centers on a private detective and a showgirl.

Extricating Young Gussie: Narrates the first appearance of Jeeves, albeit very briefly. The protagonist is Bertie, who deals with his cousin Gussie's love problems.

Wilton's Holiday: Tragedy in which Wodehouse focuses on the aftermath of a sudden death. A strange tale in the author's prose, more characterized in comedy.

The Mixer: An entertaining story told from the point of view of a dog, though his voice is like that of a naive English gentleman.

Crowned Heads: A strange love story aimed at young people.

At Geisenheimer's: Notable for being among the author's few stories narrated by a woman.

The Making of Macs: Narrated by a nightclub waiter.

One Touch of Nature: A story about the conquest of sport featuring a baseball game at London's famous Stamford Bridge stadium.

Black for Luck: A fantasy story in which a cat helps a boy meet a girl.

The Romance of an Ugly Policeman: A love triangle between a policeman, a maid and a milkman.

A Sea of Troubles: An amusing story about a suicidal man and his purpose for staying alive.

The Man with Two Left Feet: This is the title story of the book. In this story, one of the author's best, a man tries to impress his wife by secretly taking dancing lessons.

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The Man With Two Left Feet and Other Stories by P. G. Wodehouse is believed to be in the public domain in the United States only. It may still be copyrighted in other countries. If you are not in the United States, please check your local laws to ensure this eBook is in the public domain in your country before downloading The Man With Two Left Feet and Other Stories in PDF or ePub.

WHY READ THE MAN WITH TWO LEFT FEET IN 2025?

108 years later, still timely

Light, deft short stories—including early Jeeves—where language dances even if the heroes don’t. Wodehouse perfects the art of buoyant escape.

TODAY'S CONNECTION

When timelines feel heavy, comic timing is medicine. These tales refresh attention, teach economy of style, and prove kindness and wit can coexist without cynicism.

Comic rhythm

Timing that sparkles.

Clean style

Effortless sentences.

Gentle stakes

Kind laughs, no meanness.

Perfect for

Fans of British Humor Short Story Enthusiasts Readers Looking for Light-hearted Literature

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About P. G. Wodehouse

Effortless comedy of manners where language acrobatics deliver kindness and clean joy.

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