The Clicking of Cuthbert

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DigiCat, 16.09.2022 - 148 Seiten
In 'The Clicking of Cuthbert' by P. G. Wodehouse, the piercing sound of a golf ball being squarely hit is emblematic of the book's central theme: golf and the human comedy intertwined on the green. Wodehouse melds his characteristic wit with the sporting milieu, crafting stories that expertly drive from tee to green. Presented within a literary tradition where sport stands as a microcosm of life, the collection wittily navigates the trials and triumphs of its characters. The modern republishing by DigiCat Publishing preserves the book's legacy, offering a fresh medium through which Wodehouse's linguistic finesse and the era's social commentary remain as strikingly relevant today as when first penned. Sir Pelham Grenville Wodehouse was an astute observer of human nature and a master of the English language. His literary career spanned over seventy years, producing a vast array of novels and short stories filled with whimsical plots and endearing characters, often poking fun at the British upper class. 'The Clicking of Cuthbert' reflects Wodehouse's own leisurely pursuits and his capacity to find humor in the most benign situations, a talent that led him to become one of the most beloved humorists of the 20th century. This work is an exquisite testament to his piquant prose and his ability to encapsulate the idiosyncrasies of his time. 'The Clicking of Cuthbert' is quintessential Wodehouse, making it an essential read for both aficionados of his work and newcomers alike. Readers who delight in the playful use of language and a lighthearted look at the follies of mankind set against the backdrop of the sporting world will find themselves thoroughly entertained. As a part of the canon of world literature, it stands not only as a paragon of humorous fiction but also as a penetrating snapshot of early 20th-century societal mores, meticulously brought back to life for contemporary audiences by DigiCat Publishing.

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4 Sundered Hearts
5 The Salvation of George Mackintosh
6 Ordeal By Golf
The Long Hole
8 The Heel of Achilles
The Rough Stuff
The Coming of Gowf
EPILOGUE

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Sir Pelham Grenville Wodehouse, KBE (1881–1975), known as P. G. Wodehouse, remains one of the most widely read humorists of the 20th century. Born in Guildford, Surrey, England, and educated at Dulwich College, London, Wodehouse spent much of his life in the United States and France. He authored more than ninety books, two hundred short stories, and numerous plays and musical lyrics. A master of prose and comic timing, Wodehouse is best known for his Jeeves and Wooster series, which chronicle the affable but dim-witted Bertie Wooster and his sagacious valet Jeeves. His literary style is characterized by its light-hearted wit, gentle satire, and a unique blend of British upper-class culture with slapstick comedy. 'The Clicking of Cuthbert' is one of Wodehouse's celebrated works on the subject of golf, demonstrating his talent for lampooning the foibles and obsessions of his contemporaries (Wodehouse, 1922). Although he faced controversy during World War II for his broadcasts while interned in Germany, Wodehouse's literary legacy continues to be celebrated for its linguistic genius and ability to evoke cheer. His work has influenced many writers and entertained generations of readers with its timeless humor and delightful escapism. The universality of his appeal lies in his creation of an idyllic comic world, which offers a refuge from the real one—masterfully narrated, of course, with the impeccable, unflagging Wodehouse charm.

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