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Psmith in the City

P.G. Wodehouse
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Psmith in the City

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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P.G. Wodehouse

Psmith in the City

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

168

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction

Humor
Setting

London, England • 1910s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Psmith in the City, readers follow Psmith, an individual with a keen wit, and his friend Mike as they navigate life and challenges in the bustling finance world of London. Through clever schemes and charming personalities, they aim to overcome workplace hurdles while maintaining their unique identities amidst societal expectations.

Humorous

Playful

Reviews & Readership

4.1

4,158 ratings

75%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Psmith in the City by P.G. Wodehouse is praised for its witty dialogue and humor, capturing the escapades of Psmith in a mundane banking world. Readers enjoy the charming and charismatic Psmith, while some note the plot as somewhat predictable. Overall, it remains a delightful and entertaining read for fans of classic British humor.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Psmith in the City?

Readers who relish witty humor and charming escapades will enjoy Psmith in the City by P.G. Wodehouse. Comparable to those who appreciate the comedic style of The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde or the satirical elements in Three Men in a Boat by Jerome K. Jerome, this novel appeals to fans of lighthearted, clever storytelling.

4.1

4,158 ratings

75%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

168

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction

Humor
Setting

London, England • 1910s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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