The Babe and the Dragon
The Babe and the Dragon is a novel by P. G. Wodehouse, first published in 1925. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Bertie Wooster, who becomes embroiled in a series of absurd and humorous situations after he accidentally insults a wealthy businessman named Mr. Fothergill. As Bertie navigates his way through these predicaments, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a fierce dragon and a mysterious woman known only as "The Babe." Through it all, Wodehouse's signature wit and humor shine through, making for a delightful and entertaining read.
By P. G. Wodehouse · First published 1902 · Genre: Comedy, Satire, Fiction · 2,593 words
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The annual inter-house football cup at St. Austin's lay between Dacre's, who were the holders, and Merevale's, who had been runner-up in the previous year, and had won it altogether three times out of the last five. The cup was something of a tradition in Merevale's, but of late Dacre's had become serious rivals, and, as has been said before, were the present holders.
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- Work type: Novella
- Author: P. G. Wodehouse
- Date: 1902 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Comedy, Satire, Fiction
- Length: 2,593 words
- Structure: 1 section, 80 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Comedy — P. G. Wodehouse is renowned for his comical writing style, employing wit, humour and irony in his narrative.
- Satire — Wodehouse often uses satire in his storytelling, mocking societal norms and human behavior.
- Fiction — This book presents a fictional story, based on created characters and imaginary events.
Tags
comedy · humor · romance · adventure · British literature · satire · fiction · lighthearted · witty · character-driven · social commentary · entertainment