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The title story, "Death at the Excelsior," introduces readers to British private detective Elliot Oaks and his more experienced boss Paul Snyder in P.G. Wodehouse's only attempt at a detective story, which he pulls off with his signature comic twists and turns. The collection... Read Full Overview

Comprising of seven works of short fiction, ranging in genres from crime to tender romance, Death at the Excelsior and Other Stories depict tales of mystery and love with humor. Featuring some of P.G Wodehouse's most famous characters, four of the seven stories follow... Read Full Overview

Death at the Excelsior and Others is a posthumously published compilation of short stories by Wodehouse, including: - Death at the Excelsior- Misunderstood- The Best Sauce- Jeeves and the Chump Cyril- Jeeves in the Springtime- Concealed Art- The Test Cas

A collection of P.G. Wodehouse's humorous short stories, including: Misunderstood, The Best Sauce, Jeeves and the Chump Cyril, Jeeves in the Springtime, Concealed Art, and The Test Case.

Unravel the delightful chaos of ""Death at the Excelsior,"" a humorous mystery novel that showcases the unparalleled wit of G. Wodehouse. This classic English literature gem, long out of print, has been lovingly restored by Alpha Editions for today's readers and future generations... Read Full Overview

The room was the typical bedroom of the typical boarding-house, furnished, insofar as it could be said to be furnished at all, with a severe simplicity. It contained two beds, a pine chest of drawers, a strip of faded carpet, and a wash basin. But there was that on the floor... Read Full Overview

This selection of early Wodehouse stories was assembled for Project Gutenberg. The original publication date of each story is listed in the Table of Contents.

Comprising of seven works of short fiction, ranging in genres from crime to tender romance, Death at the Excelsior and Other Stories depict tales of mystery and love with humor. Featuring some of P.G Wodehouse's most famous characters, four of the seven stories follow... Read Full Overview

Death at the Excelsior And Other Stories by P. G. Wodehouse Death At The Excelsior is a highly recommended introduction into the world of Wodehouse. A sterling collection of early short stories from the master of comedic complications. Death at the Excelsior and Others is a posthumously... Read Full Overview

P. G. Wodehouse wrote a short story titled "Death at the Excelsior". A group of visitors had gathered at the Excelsior Hotel for a weekend stay, where the narrative is set. Mr. Peter, one of the visitors, is found dead in his room, reportedly from a heart attack. The hotel manager,... Read Full Overview

The room was the typical bedroom of the typical boarding-house, furnished, insofar as it could be said to be furnished at all, with a severe simplicity. It contained two beds, a pine chest of drawers, a strip of faded carpet, and a wash basin. But there was that on the floor... Read Full Overview

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.

Sir P. G. Wodehouse (1881-1975), English playwright and author created the fictional characters Bertie Wooster and Reginald Jeeves, starring in such works as The Inimitable Jeeves (1923), Carry On Jeeves (1925), Right Ho Jeeves (1934), Thank You, Jeeves (1934), Ring For Jeeves... Read Full Overview

Death at the Excelsior, and Other Stories: This collection of short stories by P.G. Wodehouse features murder mysteries, mistaken identities, and romantic entanglements. Book includes below stories DEATH AT THE EXCELSIOR, MISUNDERSTOOD, THE BEST SAUCE, JEEVES AND THE CHUMP CYRIL,... Read Full Overview

Death at the Excelsior, and Other Stories: This collection of short stories by P.G. Wodehouse features murder mysteries, mistaken identities, and romantic entanglements. Book includes below stories DEATH AT THE EXCELSIOR, MISUNDERSTOOD, THE BEST SAUCE, JEEVES AND THE CHUMP CYRIL,... Read Full Overview

""Death at the Excelsior, and Other Stories"" is a collection of mystery and detective short stories by P.G. Wodehouse, first published in 1914. The anthology comprises a series of intriguing tales that delve into the realm of crime, deception, and suspense. Each narrative presents... Read Full Overview