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The Man Upstairs and Other Stories

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The collection presents a delightful mix of sweet and humorous short stories centered around unconventional courtship. In "Something to Worry About," Sally's film obsession attracts suitors, particularly the shy Tom. "Deep Waters" showcases George, a successful playwright, who falls into the sea while trying to impress Mary, leading to swimming lessons and budding romance. The title story, "The Man Upstairs," features Annette, a composer whose annoyance with a ceiling noise evolves into a complex friendship with her mysterious neighbor, revealing themes of identity and connection.

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The Man Upstairs and Other Stories, Pelham Wodehouse

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2021
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Language
English
Publisher
Mint Editions
Released
2021
Format
Hardcover
Pages
270
ISBN13
9781513134727
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The collection presents a delightful mix of sweet and humorous short stories centered around unconventional courtship. In "Something to Worry About," Sally's film obsession attracts suitors, particularly the shy Tom. "Deep Waters" showcases George, a successful playwright, who falls into the sea while trying to impress Mary, leading to swimming lessons and budding romance. The title story, "The Man Upstairs," features Annette, a composer whose annoyance with a ceiling noise evolves into a complex friendship with her mysterious neighbor, revealing themes of identity and connection.