P.G. Wodehouse’s ‘Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves’ was published on the 22nd of March, 1963. That was a day filled with significant events. The Beatles released their first album ‘Please, Please Me’, and John Profumo stood up in The Houses of Parliament to deny having relations with Christine Keener. It was also the year of many other notable happenings such as Kim Philby fleeing to Moscow, the scandalous divorce of the Duke and Duchess of Argyll, Harold McMillan’s resignation, JFK’s assassination, and the first broadcast of ‘Doctor Who’.

However, you will find no hint of any of that within the pages of ‘Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves’.

Unlike some of Wodehouse’s later novels that have the occasional odd and jarring references to “doing the ‘rock’n’roll’”, this one is completely sealed in aspic. It’s not set in a particular fixed time but rather in a glorious England of the mind where Britannia still very much ruled the waves and that is a magnificent reality destined to last forever. It is the Wodehouse world, and I can think of no more soothing sanctuary for the slings and misfortunes of modern life.

We’re at Totleigh Towers in the company of familiar characters like Gussie Fink-Nottle, Madeleine Bassett, Sir Watkyn Bassett, Roderick Spode (or Lord Sidcup), a colonial old salt of an explorer named Major Brabazon Plank, Stinker Pinker, Stiffy Byng, and her Aberdeen Terrier. The plot, as expected, is full of comic misunderstandings, sundered hearts, and Bertie goggling for all he’s worth.

Compared to some of the earlier mastery in the Wooster books, this is merely an immensely charming and incredibly funny novel, not a work of staggering genius. But perhaps I’m being unfair as what could possibly match ‘The Code of the Woosters’ or ‘Right Ho, Jeeves’? In its own way, ‘Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves’ is an absolutely perfect pleasure. It’s a contemporaneous novel that is less concerned with the events of the 1960s, and it would be difficult to locate a better antidote to the craziness of the modern world.

A very funny Wodehouse, as every Jeeves and Wooster story is amusing.

The humor in his works lies not only in the truly bizarre situations that the characters find themselves in but also in the remarkable way that Wodehouse masters and uses language.

His choice of words, the witty dialogues, and the clever turns of phrase all contribute to the overall hilarity.

It is always an absolute pleasure to pick up a Wodehouse pocket and lose oneself in the world of Jeeves and Wooster.

The stories are filled with lightheartedness and charm, providing a welcome escape from the stresses of everyday life.

Whether it's Wooster's bumbling attempts to navigate social situations or Jeeves' ingenious solutions to his employer's problems, there is never a dull moment.

Wodehouse's writing is a true delight, and his stories continue to bring smiles to the faces of readers around the world.

This is a truly very delightful light read.

If you are in the mood for a good laugh and a few chuckles, then you should definitely read this.

Jeeves is a gentleman's gentleman, but he is serving a wealthy bumbling idiot.

The situation is such that Jeeves constantly has to find ways to get his employer out of various predicaments and sercomstances.

The stories are filled with humorous situations and witty dialogue that will keep you entertained from start to finish.

Whether it's Jeeves coming up with ingenious solutions to his employer's problems or the comical antics of the wealthy idiot, there is always something to amuse you.

This light read is perfect for those times when you want to relax and have a good time.

So, pick up this book and let Jeeves and his wealthy bumbling idiot take you on a hilarious adventure.

My Jeeves reread journey persists with "Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves".

In this particular volume, Wooster makes his way back to Totleigh Towers, which was the setting of "Code of the Woosters". His mission is to sort out the situation between Gussie Fink Nottle and Madeline Bassett. If he fails, he might just end up marrying Bassett himself.

There's also the addition of Emerald Stoker, the tale of Stiffy Bing and Stinker Pinker, Roderick Spode, and a mysterious black amber statuette.

This installment seems to have a few more intricate elements compared to most of the Jeeves and Wooster books. I found myself constantly forgetting who was involved with whom when it came to Stiffy Bing and Madeline Bassett. Nevertheless, it was still an enjoyable read.

Engagements are broken, new ones are made, people get into various scrapes, and the black amber statuette gets pinched. As always, Jeeves manages to untangle the mess in the end, albeit not without a few hitches along the way.

All in all, while this isn't my absolute favorite Jeeves book by any means, it still offers a great deal of entertainment. I'd rate it 3.5 out of 5 stars.

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From BBC Radio 4 Extra:

1/6: Bertie finds himself in a rather awkward situation as he is obliged to sort out an amorous mix-up between his friends. It's a typical PG Wodehouse romp, filled with hilarious antics and misunderstandings. Starring Richard Briers and Michael Hordern, this installment promises to be a delight for fans of the genre.

2/6: Bertie attempts to play the role of peacemaker when he arrives at Totleigh Towers. With his usual charm and bumbling ways, he tries to smooth over the troubled waters and bring harmony to the household. But will his efforts be in vain?

3/6: Bertie Wooster gets landed in a pickle over an expensive statue. As he navigates this tricky situation, we can expect more of his trademark wit and misadventures. The story unfolds with all the humor and charm that we have come to expect from PG Wodehouse.

4/6: Gussie manages to upset his fiancee when he looks elsewhere on the menu. This simple act leads to a chain of events that keeps the story moving at a brisk pace. With the addition of Richard Briers, Michael Hordern, and Paul Eddington, the cast brings the characters to life in a truly entertaining way.

5/6: Gussie is walloped and Aunt Dahlia sends Bertie on a spending spree. As Bertie indulges in some retail therapy, we can't help but wonder what kind of trouble he will get into next. The story is filled with unexpected twists and turns that keep us on the edge of our seats.

6/6: Bertie is in a real mess. Can his trusty valet come to the rescue and save his bacon? This final installment of the series promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the adventures of Bertie Wooster. With the talented cast and the masterful storytelling of PG Wodehouse, it's sure to be a memorable experience for listeners.

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And here, the events follow their own sequence, established in time. The迷糊 Bertie Wooster thinks that everything in his life is completely in order, crowned with the most extravagant hat he has managed to acquire, much to the strong disapproval of his faithful valet Jeeves. But a man has to live well, and he decides to pursue a beautiful girl, even if she has gone to the most evil place in the world - namely, Totleigh Towers, where lives the former judge Basset, whom Bertie will never forgive for a £5 bet after innocently appropriating a policeman's helmet.

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Bertie Wooster is once again at Totleigh Towers, engaged in a charming battle to avoid marriage to the rather ditzy Madeline Bassett in the delightful "Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves."

Thank goodness for his old school chum Gussie Fink-Nottle's engagement to Madeline. It's the only thing keeping Bertie from a future tied to a rather dull individual. And let's not forget the potential disaster of a forced vegetarian diet that could really tip the scales!

(The horror is clearly visible all over newt fancier Fink-Nottle's face.)

Stiffy Byng, Stinker Pinker, Sir Watkyn Bassett, and a whole host of other familiar characters make an appearance, creating the usual chaos that constantly disrupts Wooster's happy bachelor life. Fortunately for them, they have Jeeves to sort everything out.

"Stiff Upper Lip, Jeeves" is the typical Wodehouse fare, but perhaps even more so. In fact, one could almost call it "The Code of the Woosters, Part 2." It features most of the same characters and the plot isn't all that different. However, it never quite reaches the quality of "Code," and few of Wodehouse's books do. Maybe there was an attempt to replicate the success of "Code," but "Stiff" lacks the same sparkle. It meanders and chatters, while "Code" got right to the point and kept things moving. "Stiff" also assumes some familiarity with the characters and their pasts. Nevertheless, diving into the world of Totleigh Towers is always a pleasure. I think this might be my third or fourth time doing so!

Can Bertie Wooster, that loveable and bumbling character, manage to soothe the angry soul of a fiance who has been forced into veganism? It's a rather comical situation that one can only imagine.

If you're a fan of Wodehouse's Jeeves series, then "Stiff Upper Lip" is an absolute must-read. It features all the familiar (or at least most of the familiar) characters that we know and love from "The Code of the Woosters", and it's just as hilarious.

I, for one, listened to the stories out of order, but it didn't in the slightest bit dampen my enjoyment. In fact, that's one of the wonderful things about these books. You don't need to have any prior knowledge of anything in the other books to fully appreciate and enjoy everything in the current book you're reading.

Funny is funny, and that's the bottom line. All you really need to know is that Bertie is a bit of a cowardly goof, and Jeeves is his ever-faithful guardian angel.

The narrator, Jonathan Cecil, does an outstanding job of bringing these characters to life. And with Blackstone Publishing as the publisher, you know you're in for a treat.

ГОРЕ ГЛАВАТА, ДЖИЙВС in Изумен

I started reading the books of P. G. Wodehouse because on the back cover of one of them I read: The books of P. G. Wodehouse are recommended by psychiatrists as a therapeutic means to get out of depression, but there is no need to be mentally ill to enjoy them. I do everything possible not to find myself in such an adverse state, but the gloomy autumn months sometimes prevail.

After "The Code of the Woosters", I started reading another book by the renowned English author. I came across the present one - "Galahad at Blandings", whose cover not only resembled the previous one, but the depicted scene was almost identical to another one described in "The Code". The only difference was that Jeeves was absent, and in his place there was some old man with a purple dressing gown. In the books of Wodehouse, the plot is always so convoluted that one sooner or later starts to wonder who, where, what was said, and lets oneself be carried away by the stream of sweet words to lead to the next adventures of the main heroes. But who are they really?

Bertie Wooster - a gentleman with questionable cultural knowledge and his valet Jeeves - ready to recite any poem from Chaucer to Shelley. In the previous book, everything started with a terrible custard in the form of a cow. Here, everything starts with a terrible Tyrolean hat. Interestingly, Wodehouse starts his books always with such aesthetic musings in the tastes of the heroes, but here they already become the reason for the cooling of the relationships. Bertie again sets off on a rescue mission in Totleigh Towers (the action takes place later than in "The Code", so it is better to read it first) and from there on everything goes awry, as is his custom.

I don't know if the book will save the depressed from their state, but for my gloomy mood there is no better medicine than a dose of Wodehouse.

Normally, dinner is the event that makes Bertram sparkle and present himself in his best form. I love to have dinner. Many of my happiest hours have been spent in the company of soup, fish, pheasant or the appropriate meat, soufflé, fruits and the final port wine. They bring out the best in me and make me shine like a newly polished diamond. "Wooster," often say those who know me, "may not amount to much during the day, but just plunge the world into darkness, light the soft glow, uncork the champagne, load it with the required delicacies of dinner and the spark will be taken."

This work may not be the absolute pinnacle of the Wooster canon, yet it is highly enjoyable nonetheless. There's not an abundance more that I feel compelled to say. So, instead, I'll simply document my favorite quote for the ages and consider this review complete.

The exchange goes as follows:

"You won't come to Totleigh?"
"Not within fifty miles of the sewage dump."
"She'll be terribly disappointed."
"You'll administer spiritual solace. That's your job. Tell her these things are sent to try us."

These lines capture the essence of the characters and their rather comical dialogue. It's the kind of exchange that makes reading the Wooster stories such a delight. Even though it may not be the very best, it still has the power to charm and amuse readers with its unique brand of humor and wit.

Overall, it's a work that is well worth reading for fans of the genre and those looking for a lighthearted and entertaining read.

A Delightful Reading Experience

This is a truly delightful, entertaining, humorous, and witty read with a very well-plotted story.

Gussie's engagement to Madeline is rather tenuous. The reason is that Madeline insists Gussie become a vegetarian. Bertie is justifiably worried because Madeline believes Bertie loves her. However, Bertie is of the view that marriage to Madeline is a fate worse than death. So, Bertie arrives to try and patch up the quarrel between Gussie and Madeline. But the situation is complicated further by the fact that Bertie is widely assumed to be a kleptomaniac on the trail of a black amber statuette owned by Madeline's father, which doesn't help Bertie's cause at all.

As always, Jeeves provides advice and support to Bertie, though not always in a flattering way. For example, Bertie’s alpine hat is a matter of contention.

P. G. Wodehouse fans should definitely find this book a very satisfying and entertaining reading experience. It's filled with the author's trademark charm, humor, and engaging characters that will keep readers hooked from start to finish.