The Man Upstairs and Other Stories by P. G. Wodehouse
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| Author | Wodehouse, P. G. (Pelham Grenville), 1881-1975 |
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| Title | The Man Upstairs and Other Stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | The Man Upstairs -- Something To Worry About -- Deep Waters -- When Doctors Disagree -- By Advice Of Counsel -- Rough-Hew Them How We Will -- The Man Who Disliked Cats -- Ruth In Exile -- Archibald's Benefit -- The Man, The Maid, And The Miasma -- The Good Angel -- Pots O' Money -- Out Of School -- Three From Dunsterville -- The Tuppenny Millionaire -- Ahead Of Schedule -- Sir Agravaine -- The Goal-Keeper And The Plutocrat -- In Alcala. |
| Credits | Suzanne L. Shell, Charles Franks, the Online Distributed Proofreading Team and Chuck Greif |
| Summary | "The Man Upstairs and Other Stories" by P. G. Wodehouse is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century, showcasing Wodehouse's signature blend of humor and romance. The stories typically explore the interactions between quirky characters navigating the complexities of love and social life, often set in a whimsical or satirical backdrop. The opening of "The Man Upstairs" introduces Annette Brougham, a passionate musician disturbed by persistent knocking from the studio above. Upset at the disturbance, she confronts the artist Alan Beverley, leading to a mix of irritation and unexpected attraction between them. Their interaction evolves from annoyance to an engaging conversation about their artistic struggles, revealing Annette's frustrations with music publishers and Beverley's lighthearted yet empathetic approach to art. As their dialogue unfolds, Annette finds herself growing fond of Beverley, showcasing the humorous and tender dynamics that Wodehouse masterfully captures in his storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Humorous stories, English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 6768 |
| Release Date | Oct 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 470 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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