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WHAT THIS BOOK IS ABOUT
MRS BINDLE
MRS BINDLE
CHAPTER I - MRS. BINDLE'S LOCK-OUT
CHAPTER II - MRS. BINDLE'S WASHING-DAY
CHAPTER III - MRS. BINDLE ENTERTAINS
CHAPTER IV - THE COMING OF JOSEPH THE SECOND
CHAPTER V - MRS. BINDLE BURNS INCENSE
CHAPTER VI - MRS. BINDLE DEFENDS HER HOME
CHAPTER VII - MRS. BINDLE DEMANDS A HOLIDAY
Mrs. Bindle is a no‑nonsense matriarch whose sharp tongue and quick wit turn everyday chores into lively drama. The narrative follows her point of view as she confronts everything from a sudden chill to the arrival of a newborn nephew, each episode revealing her practical humor and fierce independence. Her domestic world is rendered with a warm, conversational tone that makes listeners feel as if they’re sharing a kitchen table with her.
The book strings together a series of vivid incidents: a lock‑out that sparks a spirited showdown with a striking worker, a chaotic washing‑day, a musical evening she painstakingly plans, and even a surprising encounter with a bull. Along the way she burns incense for a meddling brother‑in‑law, refuses a proposed armistice, and navigates the quirks of neighborhood life, all with a blend of satire and affection for her community.
For anyone who enjoys character‑driven storytelling that mixes humor, social commentary, and the simple pleasures of home life, Mrs. Bindle’s escapades offer an engaging, light‑hearted listening experience.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (398K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Cathy Maxam and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2011-09-06
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1876–1923
Best known for breezy, sharp-eyed comedy, this British novelist also helped shape early 20th-century publishing by founding Herbert Jenkins Ltd., the house that brought out many P. G. Wodehouse novels. His books often mix warmth, wit, and a fond eye for ordinary people in absurd situations.
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