Something New

<p>Introducing some of P.G Wodehouse's adored reoccurring characters and settings <i>Something New</i> marks the beginning of the adventures at Blanding Castle. When Freddie and Aline get engaged both are happy with the arrangement. Both from wealthy and prominent families the engagement ensures them a higher social status. However Freddie becomes paranoid that old letters he sent to an ex would endanger the engagement if unearthed. Desperate Freddie hires a shady fixer to recover the letters. Meanwhile J. Preston Peters an American billionaire and Aline's father invites Freddie's father the Earl of Emsworth to visit his home. There the two men make small talk while Peters attempts to impress Emsworth with his vast beetle collection. But passive-aggressive conflict arises when Emsworth accidently slips Peters' most prized beetle in his pocket unintentionally stealing it. Though Peters suspects the other man he is reluctant to confront him in fears that it would threaten their children's relationship. Instead he advertises a reward for its return inspiring a group of greedy thieves to find the beetle for themselves. With battling fathers a group of thieves a shady fixer and a missing beetle Aline and Freddie struggle to preserve their engagement. </p><br><p>Considered to be one of P.G Wodehouse's best works <i> Something New</i> is a comic caricature of aristocratic life. Originally published in Great Britain in 1915 the novel earned such impressive commercial success that it was reprinted for American audiences as well with minor changes to appeal to the demographic. With amusing and lovable characters <i>Something New</i> delivers a light-hearted but exciting narrative that keeps audiences entertained even over one-hundred years after its first publication. </p><br><p>Now presented in a stylish easy-to-read font and with a fun eye-catching cover design this edition of <i> Something New</i> by P.G Wodehouse is catered to accommodate modern readers. </p>