The Head of Kay's

by P. G. Wodehouse

Overview

Like many of Wodehouse's most popular works, The Head of Kay's is set among the British upper class; in this instance, the backdrop of the novel is a boarding school for boys. One dorm that is overseen by the much-maligned Mr. Kay has developed a reputation for hijinks-and with good reason. This good-humored novel is the perfect read with which to while away a lazy afternoon.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789362766632
Publisher:	Double 9 Books
Publication date:	04/01/2024
Pages:	124
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.29(d)

About the Author

English writer Pelham Grenville Wodehouse, or P.G. Wodehouse, was born on October 15, 1881, and died on February 14, 1975. He was well known for his clever and light-hearted writing, especially for the novels and short tales he wrote that starred Bertie Wooster and Jeeves and were set in the picturesque English countryside. Before turning to creating plays and books, Wodehouse started out as a humourist for different periodicals. He wrote a large amount of literature, which included several plays, essays, short tales, and more than 90 novels. His writing frequently captured the eccentricities and vices of the upper class in Britain, presenting them in a humorous and light-hearted way. Wodehouse's conduct during World War II caused criticism in his later years, notwithstanding his popularity. While residing in France in 1940, he was detained by the Germans and gave a number of radio transmissions from Berlin that were heavily criticised for showing support for the Nazis. Even though Wodehouse insisted that his acts were innocent rather than treasonous, the broadcasts caused a great deal of controversy and allegations of betrayal.

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

What People are Saying About This

Evelyn Waugh

Wodehouse’s idyllic world can never stale. He will continue to release future generations from captivity that may be more irksome than our own.

Douglas Adams

Wodehouse is the greatest comic writer ever.

Editorial Reviews

"Wodehouse is the greatest comic writer ever." — Douglas Adams

"Wodehouse’s idyllic world can never stale. He will continue to release future generations from captivity that may be more irksome than our own." — Evelyn Waugh

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