Psmith in the City

A breezy summer at the country cricket club provides the perfect backdrop for a chance meeting between two very different youths. Mike, a promising schoolboy cricketer, finds his rhythm disrupted by an unexpected dismissal, while the flamboyant Psmith arrives with his family’s carriage, already embroiled in lively debates about the merits of sport versus the City. The atmosphere of rain‑soaked pitches, regimented opponents, and the occasional eccentric remark sets the stage for a friendship that promises both mischief and thoughtful conversation.

Psmith, ever the dandy, speaks in a stream of witty asides, revealing a father whose whims swing wildly from farming to finance. As the two boys settle into adjoining rooms, Psmith hints at a looming venture into the bustling world of commerce, a prospect that both intrigues and unnerves his new companion. Their banter foreshadows a series of amusing escapades as they navigate school, sport, and the unpredictable expectations of a restless family.