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Jeeves Takes Charge

P.G. Wodehouse
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Jeeves Takes Charge

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1993

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P.G. Wodehouse

Jeeves Takes Charge

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1993
Book Details
Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

England • 1920s

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

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Super Short Summary

In "Jeeves Takes Charge" from the collection Carry On, Jeeves by P.G. Wodehouse, individuals meet the resourceful valet Jeeves as he begins working for Bertie Wooster. The story details their early interactions and how Jeeves adeptly manages a challenging situation, demonstrating his intelligence and capability, which establishes the foundation for their longstanding partnership.

Humorous

Playful

Nostalgic

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.2

934 ratings

82%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jeeves Takes Charge showcases P.G. Wodehouse's clever humor and distinctive wit through the charm of Jeeves and Wooster. Critics praise its sharp dialogue and comedic timing. Some note the plot's simplicity, but fans appreciate the lighthearted escapism. Overall, it remains a beloved classic for its delightful characters and enduring humor.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Jeeves Takes Charge?

A reader who enjoys Jeeves Takes Charge by P.G. Wodehouse likely appreciates witty humor, British upper-class satire, and light-hearted escapism. Fans of Evelyn Waugh's Brideshead Revisited or Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest would find similar pleasure in Wodehouse's charming and clever storytelling.

4.2

934 ratings

82%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

Book Details
Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

England • 1920s

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

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