Not George Washington — an Autobiographical Novel

"Not George Washington — an Autobiographical Novel" by P. G. (Pelham Grenville) Wodehouse is a lighthearted story set in the early 1900s that hops between different points of view to tell of young people falling in love and chasing their dreams. The book centers on James Orlebar Cloyster and Margaret Goodwin, particularly the start of their relationship. The story begins with Margaret thinking about marrying James, flashing back to when their romance started in Guernsey, including a memorable rescue by the sea. As the story unfolds, we see Margaret and James growing closer, dealing with their goals, family talks about marriage, and the troubles that come with society's expectations, all told in funny and engaging scenes.