| Author |
Wodehouse, P. G. (Pelham Grenville), 1881-1975 |
| Author |
Westbrook, H. W. (Herbert Wetton) |
| Title |
Not George Washington — an Autobiographical Novel
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Not_George_Washington
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Suzanne L. Shell, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Not George Washington — an Autobiographical Novel" by P. G. Wodehouse and Herbert Westbrook is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative is structured through multiple perspectives, primarily following the romantic entanglements and the aspirations of young characters in a light-hearted and humorous manner. This fictional work delves into themes of love, ambition, and the social dynamics of its time, with a particular focus on the characters James Orlebar Cloyster and Margaret Goodwin. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Margaret Goodwin, who reflects on her upcoming marriage to James Orlebar Cloyster. Their romance blossoms in the picturesque setting of Guernsey, where their first meeting by the bay culminates in a dramatic rescue. As the narrative progresses, the reader witnesses the evolving relationship between Margaret and James, revealing their aspirations, familial discussions regarding marriage, and the societal challenges they face. The humorous tone is underscored by characters’ witty interactions and engaging storytelling, setting the stage for a narrative that promises both charm and comedic elements. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Humorous stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7230 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 3, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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