A Damsel in Distress
A Damsel in Distress by P. G. Wodehouse is a humorous novel published by Arrow in 2008, featuring 304 pages in English. The story revolves around Lady Maud, the spirited daughter of the Earl of Marshmoreton, who finds herself confined to her home, Belpher Castle, due to her aunt’s orders stemming from an unfortunate infatuation. The plot thickens with the arrival of George Bevan, an American songwriter, who is determined to win Maud’s heart and confront his rival amidst the picturesque Hampshire landscape.
Readers will discover a narrative filled with misunderstandings and the charming antics of the Earl, who seeks a peaceful life in his garden, aided by his portly butler Keggs. The novel captures the essence of Wodehouse’s comedic style, showcasing gentle hearts navigating romantic entanglements and familial pressures. With its lighthearted tone and engaging characters, this edition offers a delightful glimpse into the classic world of Wodehouse’s fiction, making it a notable addition to the genre of humorous literature.
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A P.G. Wodehouse novel
Lady Maud, the spirited young daughter of the Earl of Marshmoreton, is confined to her home, Belpher Castle in Hampshire, under aunt’s orders because of an unfortunate infatuation. Enter our hero, George Bevan, an American who writes songs for musicals and is so smitten with Maud that he descends on Hampshire’s rolling acres to see off his rival and claim her heart. Meanwhile, in the great Wodehousian tradition, the Earl of Marshmoreton just wants a quiet life pottering in his garden, supported by his portly butler Keggs and free from the demands of his bossy sister and his silly-ass son.
It is a sunny story which involves misunderstandings, butlers and gentle hearts torn asunder only to be reunited at last. This delightful novel which was twice filmed (once as a musical starring Fred Astaire) has all the wit and lightness of touch that we expect from the great comic writer.
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