The Gem Collector by P. G. Wodehouse
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"The Gem Collector" by P. G. Wodehouse is a comedic novel penned around the early 20th century. The story revolves around the character of Sir James Willoughby Pitt, a baronet who, after a tumultuous past, returns to London and navigates the challenges of his newfound wealth and status while grappling with feelings of loneliness and ennui. Through a chance encounter, he becomes entangled with other quirky personalities including Spennie Blunt and the
intriguing Molly McEachern, hinting at themes of friendship, class, and romantic entanglements. At the start of the narrative, Jimmy Pitt finds himself dining alone in the opulent Savoy Hotel, feeling isolated despite the surrounding extravagance. His mood shifts when he assists a fellow diner, Spennie Blunt, who is short on cash. Following this encounter, Jimmy runs into Spike Mullins, an old acquaintance from New York, which reignites memories of his past. As the story unfolds, Jimmy learns about the complexities of his new milieu—now laden with social expectations and previous acquaintances—especially as he reconnects with familiar faces, including Molly, who complicates his feelings and prospective plans. This initial setup establishes the whimsical yet poignant tone of Wodehouse's exploration of social dynamics and personal growth amidst the backdrop of England's upper crust. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Wodehouse, P. G. (Pelham Grenville), 1881-1975 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Gem Collector |
| Credits | Produced by Arthur Robinson and Suzanne L. Shell |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 85.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Humorous stories |
| Subject | Jewel thieves -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 8931 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-08931-7 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Aug 26, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 468 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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