A Prefect's Uncle
""A Prefect's Uncle"" is a humorous novel by P.G. Wodehouse, first published in 1903. The story revolves around the misadventures of a mischievous and resourceful schoolboy, Farnie, as he navigates the challenges of life at the fictional Beckford College. Farnie's escapades, which include elaborate pranks, amusing schemes, and comical misunderstandings, form the backbone of the narrative, showcasing Wodehouse's witty humor and satirical commentary on the British public school system. Through its engaging and light-hearted storytelling, ""A Prefect's Uncle"" offers readers an entertaining glimpse into the world of early 20th-century English boarding schools, capturing the essence of youthful exuberance, camaraderie, and the timeless allure of mischief and mayhem. With its lively narrative and memorable characters, the novel continues to charm readers with its enduring wit and delightful portrayal of schoolboy antics.
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A Prefect's Uncle
""A Prefect's Uncle"" is a humorous novel by P.G. Wodehouse, first published in 1903. The story revolves around the misadventures of a mischievous and resourceful schoolboy, Farnie, as he navigates the challenges of life at the fictional Beckford College. Farnie's escapades, which include elaborate pranks, amusing schemes, and comical misunderstandings, form the backbone of the narrative, showcasing Wodehouse's witty humor and satirical commentary on the British public school system. Through its engaging and light-hearted storytelling, ""A Prefect's Uncle"" offers readers an entertaining glimpse into the world of early 20th-century English boarding schools, capturing the essence of youthful exuberance, camaraderie, and the timeless allure of mischief and mayhem. With its lively narrative and memorable characters, the novel continues to charm readers with its enduring wit and delightful portrayal of schoolboy antics.
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A Prefect's Uncle

A Prefect's Uncle

by P. G. Wodehouse
A Prefect's Uncle

A Prefect's Uncle

by P. G. Wodehouse

Overview

""A Prefect's Uncle"" is a humorous novel by P.G. Wodehouse, first published in 1903. The story revolves around the misadventures of a mischievous and resourceful schoolboy, Farnie, as he navigates the challenges of life at the fictional Beckford College. Farnie's escapades, which include elaborate pranks, amusing schemes, and comical misunderstandings, form the backbone of the narrative, showcasing Wodehouse's witty humor and satirical commentary on the British public school system. Through its engaging and light-hearted storytelling, ""A Prefect's Uncle"" offers readers an entertaining glimpse into the world of early 20th-century English boarding schools, capturing the essence of youthful exuberance, camaraderie, and the timeless allure of mischief and mayhem. With its lively narrative and memorable characters, the novel continues to charm readers with its enduring wit and delightful portrayal of schoolboy antics.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781515157670
Publisher: CreateSpace Publishing
Publication date: 07/21/2015
Pages: 162
Product dimensions: 5.98(w) x 9.02(h) x 0.35(d)

About the Author

Sir Pelham Grenville Wodehouse KBE (15 October 1881 - 14 February 1975) was an English author and one of the most widely-read humorists of the 20th century. Born in Guildford, the son of a British magistrate based in Hong Kong, Wodehouse spent happy teenage years at Dulwich College, to which he remained devoted all his life. After leaving school he was employed by a bank but disliked the work and turned to writing in his spare time. His early novels were mostly school stories, but he later switched to comic fiction, creating several regular characters who became familiar to the public over the years. They include the jolly gentleman of leisure Bertie Wooster and his sagacious valet, Jeeves; the immaculate and loquacious Psmith; Lord Emsworth and the Blandings Castle set; the Oldest Member, with stories about golf; and Mr Mulliner, with tall tales on subjects ranging from bibulous bishops to megalomaniac movie moguls.

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

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