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The Man With Two Left Feet and Other Stories
Hardcover
HumorClassic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025378862
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 226
Weight: 1.09
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Man With Two Left Feet and Other Stories is a delightful collection of short fiction by the legendary master of British humor, P. G. Wodehouse. This anthology showcases the author's signature wit and uncanny ability to weave intricate, hilarious plots around the social foibles of the early twentieth century. The collection is particularly notable for containing the story Extricating Young Gussie, which marks the historic first appearance of Wodehouse's most famous creations: the incomparable valet Jeeves and his well-meaning but bumbling employer, Bertie Wooster.
Across these varied tales, readers are treated to a charming mix of romantic entanglements, sporting mishaps, and the comic struggles of the everyday man. From the title story, which follows a husband's secret attempts to master the dance floor, to stories set against the backdrop of New York City and the English countryside, Wodehouse explores themes of love, loyalty, and the absurdity of social conventions. His lyrical prose and rhythmic dialogue bring to life a world of eccentric characters and lighthearted stakes. The Man With Two Left Feet and Other Stories remains a cornerstone of comedic literature, offering a perfect entry point into the whimsical universe of one of the most beloved stylists in the English language.
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