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"Jeeves in the Offing" presents another uproarious chapter in the classic Wodehouse duo of Bertie Wooster and his ever‐level‑headed valet, Jeeves. In this light‑hearted British comedy, Bertie is swept up in a troublesome mix of romance, fortune seekers, and a misidentified doctor. With Jeeves temporarily away at a coastal resort, Bertie must navigate the situation with only his own resourcefulness. When Jeeves returns, he offers an understated, yet effective watchful eye and a series of subtle interventions that restore order and maintain the trademark Wodehouse humor.
First publish date: November 7, 2002
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: P. G. Wodehouse
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