Uncle Fred in the Springtime
Uncle Fred in the Springtime
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
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Novel • Fiction
England • 1930s
2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Uncle Fred in the Springtime by P.G. Wodehouse is a comedic novel in the Blandings Castle series. It follows Uncle Fred, Lord Ickenham, as he visits Blandings Castle and engages in a series of humorous misadventures, involving mistaken identities and elaborate schemes, all with the aim of resolving personal and romantic complications.
Humorous
Playful
Mysterious
Romantic
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Review Roundup
Uncle Fred in the Springtime by P.G. Wodehouse is widely praised for its witty humor and the delightful absurdity of its plot. Wodehouse's skillful character development, especially of Uncle Fred, shines through. Some find the storyline somewhat predictable, but the strong comedic elements and charming narrative style make it an entertaining read.
Who Should Read Uncle Fred in the Springtime?
A reader who enjoys Uncle Fred in the Springtime by P.G. Wodehouse likely appreciates humor, wit, and farcical plots. Fans of comedic literature similar to Evelyn Waugh's Scoop or Jerome K. Jerome's Three Men in a Boat would enjoy Wodehouse’s charming characters and lively storytelling.
6,397 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Uncle Fred in the Springtime is part of P.G. Wodehouse's Blandings Castle saga, which is set at the fictional Blandings Castle, featuring the eccentric Lord Emsworth and his peculiar family.
The character of Uncle Fred, Lord Ickenham, is known for his humorous and mischievous personality across Wodehouse's works, often leading to comical predicaments.
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P.G. Wodehouse's writing is celebrated for its wit and wordplay, with characters from Uncle Fred in the Springtime appearing in other stories, contributing to a shared universe in his literary world.
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Novel • Fiction
England • 1930s
2012
Adult
18+ years
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