Mike

Mike Summary

Mike by P. G. Wodehouse is a school story first published in 1909. It introduces Michael "Mike" Jackson, a talented young cricketer from a distinguished cricketing family. The novel follows Mike's experiences at Wrykyn School, his passion for cricket, and his eventual transfer to Sedleigh, where he meets the charismatic Psmith. Their friendship becomes central to the narrative, leading to further adventures in subsequent works.

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Short Summary: Michael "Mike" Jackson, a young cricket prodigy, navigates the challenges of public school life in early 20th-century England. His journey from Wrykyn to Sedleigh introduces him to new friendships, notably with the eccentric Psmith, and tests his character both on and off the cricket field.

"Mike Jackson's father was a man of substance. He was a country gentleman, with a good deal of land, and a comfortable house. He had a large family. There were five sons and four daughters. The eldest son, Joe, had been a star at Wrykyn, the public school to which all the Jacksons had gone. He had been in the eleven for three years, and had captained it in his last year. After leaving Wrykyn, he had gone to Oxford, where he had got his blue as a freshman. He was now playing regularly for Lancashire. The second son, Reggie, had followed in his brother's footsteps. He, too, had been a Wrykyn cricket star, and had gone to Oxford, where he had got his blue. He was now in the Foreign Office. The third son, Frank, had also been a Wrykyn and Oxford cricketer. He was now in a bank in the City. The fourth son, Bob, was still at Wrykyn. He had been in the eleven for two years, and was to captain it this season. Mike was the youngest son. He was fourteen years old, and was to go to Wrykyn at the beginning of next term. He was a good cricketer for his age, and had played several times for the village team. He had a great respect for his brothers, especially for Joe, who was his ideal of what a man should be. He was a little afraid of Reggie, who was rather sarcastic. He was on good terms with Frank, who was easy-going. Bob he regarded with awe, as a great man at school. He was rather nervous about going to Wrykyn. He was afraid that he would not be able to live up to the standard set by his brothers. He was shy, and feared that he would not make friends. He was ambitious, and hoped to get into the eleven in his second year. He was fond of reading, and had a good deal of imagination. He was sensitive, and felt things deeply. He was quick-tempered, but bore no malice. He was generous, and always ready to do a good turn. He was truthful, and hated anything mean or underhand. He was a thorough little gentleman."

This passage introduces Mike Jackson, the youngest of the Jackson family, highlighting his background, family dynamics, and personal aspirations as he prepares to enter Wrykyn School.