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The Intrusion of Jimmy, by P. G. Wodehouse

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 01:07:36 GMT

The Intrusion of Jimmy, by P. G. Wodehouse
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Newly-moneyed Jimmy can’t seem to get a certain girl out of his head. He’s never even spoken to her - the two have merely shared looks and smiles while traveling on an ocean voyage. But when he takes a bet to break into a house, and is caught by the owner of the house, (the chief of police, no less), a series of complicated events is set in motion. The first of which is the unaccountable appearance of his mystery girl. Soon Jimmy must show his true mettle, while demonstrating his singular gift for intrusion.

Finalist for the Narrator of Distinction Award from the Professional Audiobook Narrator's Association (PANA)

Running time: 7 hours, 4 minutes

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Bill the Bloodhound, by P.G. Wodehouse

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 05:46:47 GMT

Bill the Bloodhound, by P.G. Wodehouse
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Henry Pifield Rice is a detective, technically. He prides himself in his disguises, which are, in truth, pretty deplorable. So when he’s detailed to follow a touring theatrical romantic comedy, his life is absolutely transformed.

P.G. Wodehouse had the rare gift of writing humor that stands the test of time. Most famous for his Jeeves and Blandings Castle novels, he also a talented playwright and lyricist, and worked with Cole Porter on Anything Goes, and Jerome Kern on Show Boat.

Running time: 35 minutes

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Ukridge #2 - Ukridge, by P.G. Wodehouse

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 05:51:23 GMT

Ukridge #2 - Ukridge, by P.G. Wodehouse
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Stanley Featherstonehough Ukridge is willing to do anything to get a buck – except, of course, work. Bombastic and big-eared, Ukridge has a bottomless well of corking ideas that never seem to work out, yet he’s always willing to volunteer others to tackle the inconvenient bits. Whether he’s commandeering a dog college, managing a tender-hearted pugilist, or brushing the perpetual chips off his aunt’s shoulder, Ukridge’s spotty success record never gets him down.

Ukridge had a special place in Wodehouse’s heart, appearing in stories for 60 years, with the last published as late as 1966. Ukridge first appeared to American audiences in Love Among the Chickens (1906). While this collection is the second published (1924), the events take place before the dodgy poultry adventure.

Running Time: 8 hours, 7 minutes

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The Pirates of Penzance, by W.S. Gilbert

Thu, 7 Jul 2022 06:15:36 GMT

The Pirates of Penzance, by W.S. Gilbert
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Frederick is freed of his indentures to the ferociously temperate Pirates of Penzance. What will he do with his newfound freedom?

This audiobook is based on the libretto from W. S. Gilbert, of Gilbert and Sullivan fame. It includes all the original material in the libretto, adapted to make the tale a narrative, rather than an operetta.

It’s a rare opportunity to celebrate the sharp wit of Gilbert’s writing, as it is brought to the fore.

Running time: 1 hour, 24 minutes

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Psmith #2- Psmith in the City, by P.G. Wodehouse

Fri, 6 Nov 2020 06:14:36 GMT

Psmith #2- Psmith in the City, by P.G. Wodehouse
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When the bombastic Mr. Bickersdyke is initially introduced to Psmith, he is overwhelmingly underwhelmed. He declares that if he ever got Psmith under his thumb at the New Asiatic Bank, which he manages, Bickersdyke would knock the nonsense out of him in no time. And so it naturally follows that when Psmith and his friend Mike Jackson come to join the questionable forces of the bank, there is plenty of nonsense knocked about.

Chock full of colorful characters and whimsical situations, Mike and Psmith take on the city with vigorous vim.

Running time: 5 hours, 47 minutes

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The Importance of Being Earnest, by Oscar Wilde

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 07:00:56 GMT

The Importance of Being Earnest, by Oscar Wilde
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It is a well-established truth that convenient scapegoats will always appear when it is the least convenient. Brimming with high styled wit and well-tailored jocularity, Wilde’s symphonious comedy of errors is a satisfying delight.

Freely adapting Wilde’s play for the audiobook format, BJ Harrison presents a tale that is wildly entertaining while remaining true to the original material. No Bumbries will escape unscathed, though a dead brother may make an appearance when, of course, it is absolutely the least convenient.

Running Time: 2 hours, 28 minutes

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Psmith #1- Leave It to Psmith, by P.G. Wodehouse

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 22:08:47 GMT

Psmith #1- Leave It to Psmith, by P.G. Wodehouse
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Psmith (the “P” is silent) has been invited to Blandings Castle. But the conditions under which he received his invitation are suspect. Probably because he is a suspect.

Doddering old Lord Emsworth has, indeed, extended an invitation for Psmith to come stay. However, his Lordship was under the impression that the sharp and attentive Psmith was in fact, the irascible poet Ralston McTodd.

But the quick-witted and resourceful Psmith knows a good thing when he sees one, and immediately puts several plans in motion. True, one of which does include the purloining of Lady Constance’s jewels, but another concerns a certain lady whom Psmith saw standing in the rain earlier, and felt obliged to present with an umbrella. Never mind that the umbrella wasn’t his.

Running time: 9 hours, 32 minutes

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Jeeves #2- The Inimitable Jeeves, by P.G. Wodehouse

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 22:03:45 GMT

Jeeves #2- The Inimitable Jeeves, by P.G. Wodehouse
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Bertie Wooster has a growing collection of sticky wickets. What with Bingo Little falling in love with every other woman he sees, two incorrigible cousins intent on rigging a betting pool of county sermons, and Aunt Agatha pressuring him to marry the woman of her choosing, Bertie feels himself perpetually knee-deep in the proverbial consommé.

Thankfully, Bertie can always count on Jeeves to exert his subtle influence at precisely the right moment, saving the day with impeccable precision. ¶ This stupendous collection of stories is sure to keep you in stitches, even if Jeeves may look down his nose at your cummerbund.

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Ukridge #1- Love Among the Chickens, by P.G. Wodehouse

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 06:09:00 GMT

Ukridge #1- Love Among the Chickens, by P.G. Wodehouse
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Stanley Featherstonehough Ukridge is positively convinced that his complete ignorance of chicken farming gives him a particular advantage in the subject. A bombastic blowhard, he persuades his wife and his mild-mannered chum to start a chicken farm with him. What could go wrong?

Running Time: 5 hours, 8 minutes

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Lord Arthur Savile's Crime (Unabridged Digital Download)

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 07:57:00 GMT

Lord Arthur Savile's Crime (Unabridged Digital Download)
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A palm reader notifies Lord Arthur that murder is in his future. But not his murder – he’s the murderer. This really throws a wrench into his wedding plans, for Lord Arthur is soon to be married to the most beautiful lady in London. In fact he loves her so much, he decides to postpone the wedding until his business is done. Now, for a tasteful homicide…

Running Time: 1 hour, 21 minutes

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