Uneasy Money


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Uneasy Money is a novel by P. G. Wodehouse, first published in the United States on March 17, 1916 by D. Appleton & Company, New York, and in the United Kingdom on October 4, 1917 by Methuen & Co., London.




Uneasy Money By P.G. Wodehouse


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William FitzWilliam Delamere Chalmers, Lord Dawlish, or "Bill", makes his living as a London club secretary. His beautiful fiancée, Claire Fenwick, will not marry him unless he makes more money. Bill decides to move to America in hopes of striking it rich. Just before he sails, Bill is unexpectedly bequeathed a million pounds by an American he once helped at golf; the millionaire left his niece and nephew only twenty pounds, which makes him uneasy. He endeavors to approach them and see if he can fix up something, like giving them half the inheritance. He discovers that it can be difficult to give money away.




Uneasy Money


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The fall brings four more antic novels from comic genius, P. G. Wodehouse. In Picadilly Jim (soon to be a major motion picture), Jimmy Crocker has a scandalous reputation on both sides of the Atlantic and must do an about-face to win back the woman of his dreams. Uneasy Money sees the hard-up Lord Dawlish off to America to make a fortune, while in Cocktail Time events turn on the fate of a filmscript. Spring Fever is a light-hearted comedy involving love and various complications.




Uneasy Money


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Uneasy Money (Annotated)


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Uneasy Money is a novel by P. G. Wodehouse, first published in the United States on March 17, 1916 by D. Appleton & Company, New York, and in the United Kingdom on October 4, 1917 by Methuen & Co., London. The story had earlier been serialised in the U.S in the Saturday Evening Post from December 1915, and in the UK in the Strand Magazine starting December 1916. It was the second novel Wodehouse sold to George Horace Lorimer of the Post, after Something Fresh. The story doesn't include any of Wodehouse's regular characters or settings; instead it tells of amiable, kindly but hard-up Lord "Bill" Dawlish, golf lover, and his adventures in romance, golf and the theatre. William FitzWilliam Delamere Chalmers, Lord Dawlish, is hard-up for money. When he is unexpectedly bequeathed a million pounds by an American he once helped at golf, and furthermore learns that the millionaire left his niece and nephew only twenty pounds, he is uneasy. He endeavours to approach them (in then-rural Long Island) and see if he can fix up something, like giving them half the inheritance. He discovers that it can be difficult to give money away... Also features engagements being broken off and renewed anew, love, bee-keeping, and a monkey.




Uneasy Money


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Uneasy Money


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Uneasy Money


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Prepare for a delightful romp through the world of high society and hijinks with "Uneasy Money" by P. G. Wodehouse, a hilarious comedy of errors that will leave you in stitches and longing for more. Join protagonist Lord Dawlish as he navigates the pitfalls of love and finance in this uproarious tale of mistaken identities and madcap schemes. From chance encounters to whirlwind romances, Wodehouse's witty prose and clever dialogue keep readers entertained from start to finish. Themes of love, money, and the absurdities of the upper crust are expertly explored throughout the narrative, inviting readers to laugh along with the foibles and follies of the characters as they stumble their way through one hilarious misadventure after another. With its sharp wit and charming characters, "Uneasy Money" is a delightfully entertaining read that will leave you grinning from ear to ear. Character analysis offers insights into the eccentric personalities and whimsical quirks of Wodehouse's colorful cast of characters, from the lovable but hapless Lord Dawlish to the scheming socialites who populate his world. Through their escapades and escapades, readers are treated to a rollicking good time that is sure to leave them laughing out loud. The overall tone and mood of "Uneasy Money" are both lighthearted and jovial, evoking a sense of joy and laughter that is infectious. Wodehouse's signature style and wit shine through on every page, creating a world that is as charming as it is entertaining. Since its publication, "Uneasy Money" has delighted readers with its clever humor and endearing characters. Wodehouse's ability to spin a tale of love and laughter has earned him a devoted following, making this novel a timeless classic of comedic literature. Whether you're a longtime fan of Wodehouse's work or discovering his writing for the first time, "Uneasy Money" promises to entertain and delight. Join the ranks of those who have been charmed by Wodehouse's wit and humor, and prepare to be whisked away on a delightful journey of laughter and love. Don't miss your chance to experience the hilarity of "Uneasy Money" by P. G. Wodehouse. Grab your copy today and prepare to be entertained by one of the greatest comedic writers of all time.




Piccadilly Jim


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Uneasy Money


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To inherit five million dollars is to inherit a substantial sum. For William, Lord Dawlish, it seemed the answer to his dreams ... but things are not quite so simple ... __