Summer Lightning : An Abridged Comedy of Scandal, Secrets, Mischief, and Country House Chaos (Blandings Castle #4)

P.G. Wodehouse, Seraphina Shaw


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Summer Lightning : An Abridged Comedy of Scandal, Secrets, Mischief, and Country House Chaos by P.G. Wodehouse, Seraphina Shaw
Noted editor Emberlyn Shaw has abridged this P.G. Wodehouse’s delightful novel Summer Lightning is presented in a finely abridged edition by Emberlyn Shaw. This version retains the wit, charm, and comedic brilliance of Wodehouse’s classic, offering readers a condensed yet thoroughly entertaining romp through Blandings Castle.



About the Summer Lightning unfolds in the idyllic yet chaotic world of Blandings Castle, where love triangles, stolen memoirs, and mistaken identities create a whirlwind of absurdity. Lord Emsworth’s prized pig, the Empress of Blandings, becomes the center of yet another outlandish plot, while his overbearing sister, ambitious secretary, and a host of lovable eccentrics add to the hilarity. With Wodehouse’s signature humor and a perfectly paced farcical narrative, this novel remains a quintessential example of British comedic fiction.



Achievements and Widely regarded as one of P.G. Wodehouse’s finest works, Summer Lightning has been celebrated for its razor-sharp wit, masterful storytelling, and timeless comedic appeal. The Blandings Castle series remains a beloved cornerstone of English literature, enchanting readers with its lighthearted escapades and unforgettable characters.
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