“Beginning with a critique of my own limbs, which she said, justly enough, were nothing to write home about, this girl went on to dissect my manners, morals, intellect, general physique, and method of eating asparagus with such acerbity that by the time she had finished the best you could say of Bertram was that, so far as was known, he had never actually committed murder or set fire to an orphan asylum.”
Quote by P. G. Wodehouse
Book:Right Ho, Jeeves
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Right Ho, Jeeves
In this classic novel, Bertie Wooster, an upper-class gentleman, often finds himself in humorous and sometimes precarious situations. His loyal butler, Jeeves, is always on hand to offer clever solutions and witty banter. The narrative showcases the wit of P.G. Wodehouse, blending humor with a satirical look at British society during the Edwardian era. more
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