Psmith In The City

by P. G. Wodehouse

Overview

""Psmith in the City"" is a comedic novel by P.G. Wodehouse, first published in 1910 as a serial and later as a book in 1912. The story follows the misadventures of the charismatic and confident Ronald Psmith as he begins a career in the world of finance at the New Asiatic Bank. Through Psmith's witty repartee and unconventional approach to work and life, the narrative explores the challenges and humorous situations he encounters in the corporate world. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century London, the novel captures the bustling atmosphere of the city and the idiosyncrasies of its inhabitants. With its engaging plot, memorable characters, and lively narrative, ""Psmith in the City"" embodies Wodehouse's signature humor and wit, offering readers a delightful and entertaining portrayal of corporate life and the complexities of human relationships.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789359040837
Publisher:	True Sign Publishing House Private Limited
Publication date:	11/02/2023
Pages:	156
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.36(d)

About the Author

P. G. Wodehouse (1881-1975) was born in Surrey, educated in London, and spent much of his life in Southampton, Long Island, becoming an American citizen in 1955. In a literary career spanning more than seventy years, he published more than ninety books, twenty film scripts, and collaborated on more than thirty plays and musical comedies.

Date of Birth:

October 15, 1881

Date of Death:

February 14, 1975

Place of Birth:

Guildford, Surrey, England

Place of Death:

Southampton, New York

Education:

Dulwich College, 1894-1900

Table of Contents

1	Mr Bickersdyke Walks Behind the Bowler's Arm	11
2	Mike Hears bad News	19
3	The New Era Begins	24
4	First Steps in a Business Career	30
5	The Other Man	37
6	Psmith Explains	42
7	Going into Winter Quarters	48
8	The Friendly Native	55
9	The Haunting of Mr Bickersdyke	63
10	Mr Bickersdyke Addresses His Constituents	69
11	Misunderstood	76
12	In a Nutshell	82
13	Mike is Moved on	89
14	Mr Waller Appears in a New Light	94
15	Stirring Times on the Common	101
16	Further Developments	109
17	Sunday Supper	115
18	Psmith Makes a Discovery	123
19	The Illness of Edward	129
20	Concerning a Cheque	135
21	Psmith Makes Inquiries	140
22	And Takes Steps	147
23	Mr Bickersdyke Makes a Concession	151
24	The Spirit of Unrest	160
25	At the Telephone	165
26	Breaking the News	170
27	At Lord's	176
28	Psmith Arranges His Future	184
29	And Mike's	190
30	The Last Sad Farewells	197