Coming of Bill

24 - Dolls with Souls

20 min · 24 nov 2025
aflevering 24 - Dolls with Souls artwork

Beschrijving

Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)

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aflevering 28 - The White-Hope Link artwork

28 - The White-Hope Link

Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)

28 nov 20255 min
aflevering 27 - Mrs Porter's Waterloo artwork

27 - Mrs Porter's Waterloo

Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)

27 nov 202516 min
aflevering 26 - The Sixty-first Street Cyclone artwork

26 - The Sixty-first Street Cyclone

Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)

26 nov 202516 min
aflevering 25 - Pastures New artwork

25 - Pastures New

Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)

25 nov 202512 min
aflevering 24 - Dolls with Souls artwork

24 - Dolls with Souls

Dive into the delightful world of Their Mutual Child (also known as The Coming of Bill and The White Hope), where loveable characters and absurd situations abound, all wrapped in the charming wit of P.G. Wodehouse. This tale may lack the frenetic slapstick typical of his other works, but it offers a more introspective humor that reflects the complexities of life and relationships. Meet Kirk, a quintessential Wodehousian hero—affable, artistic, yet somewhat spineless—who finds his world turned upside down when he falls for the enchanting Ruth. With a wealthy father and a formidable aunt, Ruth seems out of Kirks reach, but love conquers all, and they marry, blissfully welcoming their son, Bill. However, as Kirk grapples with feelings of inadequacy and sets off to South America in search of fortune, he unwittingly invites chaos into their lives. Ruth inherits a fortune, but her controlling aunt wreaks havoc on their domestic bliss. When Kirk returns, disillusioned and furious, will they find a way to rediscover their happiness? First published in Munseys Magazine in May 1914, this captivating story has been reissued under various titles, showcasing Wodehouses timeless ability to weave humor with heart. (Introduction by Susan Claybrook and Tim Bulkeley with information from the Wikipedia entry.)

24 nov 202520 min