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The Swoop! Or, How Clarence Saved England A Tale Of The Great Invasion

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""The Swoop! or, How Clarence Saved England: A Tale of the Great"" is a witty and satirical novel by P.G. Wodehouse, published in 1909. In this playful parody of the invasion literature popular at the time, Wodehouse humorously portrays the absurdity of a simultaneous invasion of England by various countries. The chaotic narrative unfolds as nations like Wales, Scotland, and Ireland, along with others, vie for control, leading to a whimsical tale of miscommunication, mistaken identities, and hilarious diplomatic blunders. Amidst this pandemonium, the young protagonist, Clarence, emerges as an unlikely hero, striving to save his country with his ingenuity and wit. Wodehouse's sharp and witty commentary on nationalism, diplomacy, and wartime hysteria adds a layer of intellectual satire to the comical plot, making ""The Swoop!"" a timeless and entertaining work that reflects on the follies of nationalistic fervor and the unpredictability of human nature.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9789359041223
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 74
  • Udgivet:
  • 2. november 2023
  • Størrelse:
  • 140x4x216 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 106 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 10. december 2024
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""The Swoop! or, How Clarence Saved England: A Tale of the Great"" is a witty and satirical novel by P.G. Wodehouse, published in 1909. In this playful parody of the invasion literature popular at the time, Wodehouse humorously portrays the absurdity of a simultaneous invasion of England by various countries. The chaotic narrative unfolds as nations like Wales, Scotland, and Ireland, along with others, vie for control, leading to a whimsical tale of miscommunication, mistaken identities, and hilarious diplomatic blunders. Amidst this pandemonium, the young protagonist, Clarence, emerges as an unlikely hero, striving to save his country with his ingenuity and wit. Wodehouse's sharp and witty commentary on nationalism, diplomacy, and wartime hysteria adds a layer of intellectual satire to the comical plot, making ""The Swoop!"" a timeless and entertaining work that reflects on the follies of nationalistic fervor and the unpredictability of human nature.

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