The story revolves around George Mackintosh, a golfer who has developed an annoying habit of talking excessively on the golf course. His fiancée, Celia Tennant, is at her wit's end with his constant chatter and decides to take drastic action. Celia hits George over the head with her niblick (a type of club) in the ravine where they are playing golf. However, instead of killing him, the blow has an unexpected effect: it cures George of his talking habit. When Celia reveals what she has done, George is shocked and initially defensive, but eventually, he comes to terms with his newfound silence. He even thanks Celia for her actions, acknowledging that he was a "tee-talker, a green-gabbler, a prattler on the links." The story ends with George and Celia embracing, and the narrator reflects on the rarity of women who can bring about such a cure. The tale is meant to be humorous and satirical, poking fun at the excesses of golfers who talk too much during their games. The story also touches on the theme of relationships and how partners can influence each other's behavior. In this case, Celia's actions have a profound impact on George, and he is grateful for her intervention. Overall, the story is a lighthearted and entertaining tale that uses humor to comment on the quirks of golfers and the importance of communication in relationships.
By P. G. Wodehouse · First published 1924 · Genre: Comedy, Satire, Short Stories