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117
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English
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Ebooks
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2026
Description
Right Ho, Jeeves by P. G. Wodehouse is one of the finest and most beloved novels in the Jeeves and Wooster series, showcasing the author at the height of his comic genius. With its intricate plot, sparkling dialogue, and perfectly timed farce, the novel delivers a masterclass in humorous storytelling.
The story follows Bertie Wooster’s well-intentioned but disastrous attempts to improve the romantic lives of his friends. Inspired by a self-help book promising instant happiness, Bertie decides to take matters into his own hands—only to plunge himself and everyone around him into deeper confusion. Engagements go awry, tempers flare, and social conventions are stretched to their limits.
Set largely at the country estate of Brinkley Court, the novel brings together a gallery of formidable aunts, emotionally volatile suitors, and long-suffering friends, all orbiting around Bertie’s cheerful incompetence. Each of Bertie’s interventions compounds the chaos, while Jeeves, observing quietly from the sidelines, prepares his own elegant solutions.
Wodehouse’s humor lies in the contrast between Bertie’s confident narration and his spectacular misjudgments. Jeeves’s calm intelligence and subtle manipulation provide the perfect counterbalance, restoring order with minimal effort and maximum ingenuity.
Right Ho, Jeeves is a joyous celebration of comic misunderstanding, social satire, and the enduring appeal of an extraordinary partnership. Frequently cited as one of Wodehouse’s funniest novels, it remains a timeless delight for readers who appreciate refined wit, impeccable timing, and pure comic invention.
The story follows Bertie Wooster’s well-intentioned but disastrous attempts to improve the romantic lives of his friends. Inspired by a self-help book promising instant happiness, Bertie decides to take matters into his own hands—only to plunge himself and everyone around him into deeper confusion. Engagements go awry, tempers flare, and social conventions are stretched to their limits.
Set largely at the country estate of Brinkley Court, the novel brings together a gallery of formidable aunts, emotionally volatile suitors, and long-suffering friends, all orbiting around Bertie’s cheerful incompetence. Each of Bertie’s interventions compounds the chaos, while Jeeves, observing quietly from the sidelines, prepares his own elegant solutions.
Wodehouse’s humor lies in the contrast between Bertie’s confident narration and his spectacular misjudgments. Jeeves’s calm intelligence and subtle manipulation provide the perfect counterbalance, restoring order with minimal effort and maximum ingenuity.
Right Ho, Jeeves is a joyous celebration of comic misunderstanding, social satire, and the enduring appeal of an extraordinary partnership. Frequently cited as one of Wodehouse’s funniest novels, it remains a timeless delight for readers who appreciate refined wit, impeccable timing, and pure comic invention.
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Date de parution
13 janvier 2026
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EAN13
9786178790196
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Langue
English