The World of Mr. Mulliner

by P.G. Wodehouse

Book Overview

Mr Mulliner, raconteur par excellence of the Anglers Rest, has some amazing stories to relate. Take, for example, young Lancelot. He is a bohemian - or was, until he had to look after his saintly... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0380431416
• ISBN13: 9780380431410
• Release Date: April 1979
• Publisher: Avon Books
• Length: 622 Pages
• Weight: 1.28 lbs.

Customer Reviews

42 Hilarious Stories from the Master of British Satire

From back cover: "Sir Pelham Grenville Wodehouse, the man who shared his laughter with the world, put forth this advisory: 'I must warn my public that in 'The World of Mr. Mulliner' I am writing as funny as I can, and I can only hope there will be no ill results. As regards the medium dose for an adult, I would recommend not more than two or three stories a day, taken at breakfast or before retiring. Nervous people and invalids will of course be guided by their doctor's advice.' This omnibus volume brings together all 42 stories from the world of one of P.G. Wodehouse's most hilarious creations. Meet Mr. Mulliner, delightful denizen of the Angler's Rest, the cozy little pub where, over a soothing libation, he spins outrageous yarns based on the 'true' lives of his remarkable relatives - who are too numerous to recount here."

Wodehouse at his best.

In the preface PG Wodehouse explains that he is writing at his funniest, and cannot be held responsible for what occurs. And though I've read through a fair amount of the Wodehouse library, this book is without a doubt the most humorous novel yet penned by the prolific author. This book revolves around a Mr. Mulliner who resides often on a barstool at the local tavern, and likes to tell tales about all his relatives. The tales usually involve a chap trying to win over a reluctant girl in some fashion, but every story is so original and has a wonderful twist in the end where things work out for the best. I chose to read this book at work, and despite my best efforts couldn't stop myself from laughing aloud while reading this book during my lunch hour. It's absolutely hilarious, it is indeed Wodehouse writing at his funniest.

The single uproarious book that I've come across

Exceptionally witty. Very relaxing -- read it on the night prior of my Ph.D. Candidacy exam at Princeton. If I had to select only one book, this certainly would be it.

The single funniest book I have ever read!!

There are so many levels on which this book is funny. Wodehouse's use of the language is wonderful, the characters are amusing yet sympathetic, and the plots are hysterically funny. Not to be missed!!

As Plum said, this is where I'm at my funniest.

Quate. I especially like the Hollywood stories - Plum's Revenge.