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Novel • Fiction
England • 1930s
1938
Adult
14+ years
The Code of the Woosters features Bertie Wooster visiting Totleigh Towers to help his Aunt Dahlia steal a silver cow-shaped creamer and to resolve misunderstandings between his friend Gussie Fink-Nottle and Gussie's fiancée, Madeline. Bertie becomes entangled in a series of comedic mishaps involving misunderstandings, a compromising notebook, and threats from Sir Watkyn Bassett and his friend Roderick Spode until his valet Jeeves orchestrates a clever resolution.
Humorous
Playful
Adventurous
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P. G. Wodehouse's The Code of the Woosters charms with its sharp wit, intricate plot, and beloved characters, particularly Bertie Wooster and Jeeves. Reviewers praise its humor and clever writing, though some find its pacing uneven. Overall, it's celebrated for its timeless, lighthearted fun and engaging storytelling.
Fans of humorous, light-hearted fiction rich in witty dialogue would enjoy The Code of the Woosters by P. G. Wodehouse. Comparable to the works of Oscar Wilde and Douglas Adams, this novel appeals to readers who appreciate intricate plots, eccentric characters, and a delightful satire of British high society. Ideal for admirers of Jeeves and Wooster stories and comedic classics.
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Jeeves
Bertie Wooster’s highly competent valet, who is discreet, wise, and resourceful, often rescuing Wooster from challenging situations. He is known for his calm demeanor and his role as the sensible counterbalance to Wooster’s misjudgments.
Gussie Fink-Nottle
A socially awkward friend of Bertie Wooster with a fascination for newts, known for his shyness and romantic entanglements. He is involved in a series of misunderstandings that contribute to the story’s comedic complications.
Stephanie “Stiffy” Byng
A determined and self-absorbed young woman who entangles Bertie Wooster in her schemes, often using manipulative tactics to achieve her goals. Her audacious actions drive much of the plot's turmoil.
Roderick Spode
A physically imposing and intimidating character with a secretly sensitive side, who poses a threat to Bertie Wooster. His dual nature intertwines with the comedic resolution of the story’s conflicts.
272
Novel • Fiction
England • 1930s
1938
Adult
14+ years
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