John Dene of Toronto: A Comedy of Whitehall: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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John Dene of Toronto: A Comedy of Whitehall is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Jenkins, Herbert George (1876–1923).
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"John Dene of Toronto: A Comedy of Whitehall" by Herbert George Jenkins is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story trends around John Dene, an unconventional inventor from Toronto who comes to England with an innovative military design meant to combat the German U-boats during World War I. His brash personality and directness create a stark contrast with the traditional British officialdom he encounters at the Admiralty. The opening of the book introduces John Dene as he arrives at the Admiralty in London, determined to present his ideas to the First Lord of the Admiralty. His lack of decorum and refusal to follow formalities baffles the staff, highlighting the cultural differences between Dene's straightforward Canadian approach and the reserved British methods. After some initial resistance, he manages to secure an audience, conveying his urgency and confidence in his groundbreaking submarine technology. This sets the stage for further interactions as Dene challenges bureaucratic norms and showcases his swagger as he navigates the complexities of British bureaucracy and military strategy amidst the pressing backdrop of wartime.
Book and edition facts
- Title: John Dene of Toronto: A Comedy of Whitehall
- Author credits: Jenkins, Herbert George (1876–1923)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Inventors -- Fiction
- Missing persons -- Fiction
- Secret service -- Fiction
- Whitehall (London, England) -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
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