by P. G. Wodehouse
About this book
P. G. Wodehouse's Psmith in the City follows Mike Jackson as his dreams of Cambridge cricket collapse when his father faces financial ruin. Forced into clerical work at the New Asiatic Bank, Mike's fortunes shift when his old school friend Psmith arrives in the same department, armed with unstoppable optimism and refreshingly unconventional ideas about office life.
This witty comedy captures the clash between corporate routine and youthful irreverence as the two friends scheme their way through the mundane world of banking in Edwardian London. Psmith's elaborate plots, dry wit, and philosophical approach to avoiding actual work create hilarious chaos amid ledgers and filing cabinets. Their misadventures reveal the absurdities of office culture while exploring themes of friendship, class, and finding purpose beyond societal expectations.
Wodehouse's masterful humor shines through clever wordplay, perfectly timed comic situations, and endearingly flawed characters who refuse to be confined by convention. The novel brilliantly balances gentle satire with genuine warmth, making even the dreariest bank office setting feel like the stage for grand comedic theater.
Perfect for fans of classic British humor and witty banter, Psmith in the City offers timeless entertainment that remains surprisingly relevant to anyone who's ever felt trapped in an unsuitable job. Wodehouse's signature style makes this audiobook an absolute joy to experience.
