Blandings Castle
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    Something Fresh | P. G. Wodehouse
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    • Narrated By Jonathan Cecil
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    The one thing that could be expected to disturb the peace of life at Blandings is the incursion of imposters. And Blandings has imposters like other houses have mice. On this occasion, there are two of them: both intent on a dangerous enterprise.

    Pure Rollicking Fun

    If you want a bit of fun, this book is for you. The narrator is perfect for the story. I enjoyed this book immensely. It has all the elements that you..Show More »

    Reviewed on May 28 2012 by Virginia (Cobden, Australia)
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    Something Fresh | P. G. Wodehouse
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    The one thing that could be expected to disturb the peace of life at Blandings is the incursion of imposters. Blandings has imposters like other houses have mice. On this occasion there are two of them--both intent on a dangerous enterprise.

    So That's Where "Upstairs, Downstairs" Came From!

    Having either read or listened to a number of the Blandings Castle stories, I will always have a soft spot in my heart for Lord Emsworth and his loone..Show More »

    Reviewed on Jan 26 2012 by Beverly (Bronx, NY, United States)
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    Something Fresh | P. G. Wodehouse
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    • By P. G. Wodehouse
    • Narrated By Frederick Davidson
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    As Wodehouse himself once noted, "Blandings has impostors like other houses have mice." On this particular occasion, there are two imposters, both intent on a dangerous enterprise. Lord Emsworth's secretary, the Efficient Baxter, is on the alert and determined to discover what is afoot - despite the distractions caused by the Honorable Freddie Threepwood's hapless affair of the heart.

    Not terrible - but not a must-have, either

    As a long-time Wodehouse fan, I've read many of his books, watched most episodes of Jeeves & Wooster, and listened to a whole lot of the radio dramas ..Show More »

    Reviewed on Oct 18 2007 by Sarah (Hamilton, ON, Canada)
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    Leave it to Psmith | P.G. Wodehouse
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    Leave it to Psmith

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    The idyll of Blandings Castle is about to be disturbed, for the Hon. Freddie Threepwood is poised to make his debut as a jewel thief. Freddie, however, is not alone: Blandings is simply brimming with criminals and impostors all intent on stealing Aunt Constance's 20,000 pound diamond necklace. It is left to the debonair Psmith, with his usual aplomb, to unscramble the passion, problems, and identities, of one and all.

    Fundamental Interconnectedness of All Things

    This book is fantastic, one of my favorite titles by Wodehouse. While listening to this title, I had an epiphany about the inspiration and influence ..Show More »

    Reviewed on Mar 19 2007 by Fredtopia (SEATTLE, WA, US)
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    Blandings Castle | P. G. Wodehouse
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    Blandings Castle

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    • By P. G. Wodehouse
    • Narrated By James Saxon
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    At Blandings Castle trouble, as is often the case, rears its bothersome head to disturb the cosy peace. This is a collection of 12 stories for Wodehouse fans.

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    Summer Lightning | P. G. Wodehouse
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    Summer Lightning

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    While Blandings Castle sleeps in the summer sun, the Hon. Galahad Threepwood, brother of the Earl of Emsworth, is busily engaged in writing his Reminiscences, and they look set to be as warm as the weather, if not warmer. For Galahad has led a thoroughly misspent life, and his acquaintances can all too easily recall their past follies in his company. Reputations are at stake and even the nobility and gentry are beginning to panic.

    Great Book, Poor Sound

    I will agree with the other reviewers that the sound quality and narration for Summer Lightning are both sub-par. I often found myself missing phrases..Show More »

    Reviewed on Aug 15 2011 by John (United States)
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    Heavy Weather | P. G. Wodehouse
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    Distraught when an author withdraws his manuscript from publication, the publisher, Lord Tilbury, sets about retrieving his fortunes, never guessing that his final obstacle would be in the rotund form of a prize pig.

    With a contented sigh

    Jeremy Sinden has captured P.J. Wodehouse so very well in Heavy Weather.

    The plots and subplots are delightfully entwined and keep Galahad on..Show More »

    Reviewed on Sep 25 2012 by Sandy (BUCKETTY, Australia)
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    Uncle Fred in the Springtime | P.G. Wodehouse
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    Uncle Fred in the Springtime

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    Uncle Fred, or to give him his full title: Fredrick Altamont Cornwallis Twistleton, fifth Earl of Ickenham, is considered by some as a "splendid gentleman, a sportsman to his fingertips". Mr Twistleton, nephew to Earl, and otherwise known as "Pongo" to his friends, has a differing view. He simply describes his uncle as "being loopy to the tonsils".

    Perfection

    Hilarious book, wonderful reading, great sound quality.

    Reviewed on Feb 01 2010 by Patricia (Toronto, Ontario, Canada)
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    Service with a Smile | P.G. Wodehouse
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    Service with a Smile

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    • Narrated By Nigel Lambert
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    The description of his ancestral seat as an earthly Paradise would, at present, have struck its proprietor as ironical, full as it was with unwanted and troublesome inhabitants. What Lord Elmsworth needed above all was a rugged ally at his side to remove from Blandings its superfluous guests, leaving him in peace to tend to his beloved pig, Empress of Blandings. However, when Lord Ickenham is on a sweetness-and-light-spreading expedition, there's always apt to be trouble.

    Pair with _Uncle Dynamite_ to double your pleasure

    I've long been a fan of Wodehouse's Jeeves and Wooster, and I knew and liked Lord Emsworth, but Lord Ickenham, the master manipulator in _Service with..Show More »

    Reviewed on Oct 16 2005 by Shannon (Chicago, IL, United States)
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    Galahad at Blandings | P. G. Wodehouse
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    Galahad at Blandings

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    • Narrated By Martin Jarvis
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    A major mix-up at Blandings Castle, in which Galahad introduces yet another imposter to Lord Emsworth's residence and the Empress of Blandings gets sloshed in her sty. Formidable comic characters designed to interrupt Lord Emsworth's peace include his overbearing sister Lady Hermione Wedge who comes complete her own meddling secretary, and Dame Daphne Winkworth who has her eye on becoming the next Countess. As ever the stage is set for Gally to try and restore order to the ensuing chaos!

    A Corker

    If you like PGW, you'll like this. It's also a cracker, btw. Buy it.

    Reviewed on Feb 11 2013 by Fraser A. Pearce (Bendigo, Victoria, Australia)
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    Galahad at Blandings | P.G. Wodehouse
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    Galahad at Blandings

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    • Narrated By Jeremy Sinden
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    Sam Bagshott, son of the late Boko Bagshott, had been at Blandings Castle only a short while, but long enough to know that anyone enjoying its hospitality must get the occasional shock. Sam braced himself as the possibilities flitted through his mind. The house was on fire? Empress of Blandings had taken to the bottle again? Constable Evans had arrived with a search warrant?

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    A Pelican at Blandings | P.G. Wodehouse
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    A Pelican at Blandings

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    Clarence, ninth Earl of Emsworth, sank back in his chair looking like the good old man in a Victorian melodrama whose mortgage the villain had just foreclosed. He felt the absence of that gentle glow which customarily accompanied the departure of one of his sisters. Lord Emsworth needed Galahad....There are tricky corners to be rounded, and assorted godsons, impostors, and pretty girls to be paired off.

    a rollicking wodehouse comedy
    Reviewed on Jan 03 2012 by bronwyn (burnside, Australia)
  • Lord Emsworth and Others | P.G. Wodehouse
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    Lord Emsworth and Others

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    Contained here are nine glorious episodes from the idyllic world of Wodehouse. There's a crime wave that was to rock Blandings Castle to its foundations which broke out towards the middle of a fine summer afternoon; Ukridge appears on Corky's doorstep at three in the morning, wearing his yellow mackintosh and requesting a whisky and soda; while the Oldest Member warns of the folly of driving into the father of the girl you love.

    Nigel Lambert Makes Wodehouse Come Alive

    I've enjoyed reading P. G. Wodehouse, but listening to Nigel Lambert flawlessly personify all the characters was a far superior experience. As a coll..Show More »

    Reviewed on Jun 06 2005 by Mark (Hamden, CT, USA)