Psmith

Mike Jackson

Close friends and allies, with Psmith often guiding and amusing Mike through their shared work and adventures.

Mr. Bickersdyke

Antagonistic relationship where Psmith constantly outwits and undermines his bank manager and later political opponent.

Mr. Jackson

Psmith interacts with Mike's father as a respectful colleague and occasional ally in financial matters.

Mr. Waller

Psmith and Waller are colleagues at the bank, with Psmith often manipulating Waller's good nature.

Sir John Morrison

Psmith works as Sir John's secretary, a position he uses to advance his own schemes and impress his employer.

Rossiter

Rossiter is a senior clerk at the bank who Psmith treats with amused condescension and occasional manipulation.

Father

Psmith's father is a wealthy, eccentric man who supports his son's schemes and shares his love of elaborate plans.

Bristow

Bristow is a bank clerk who Psmith treats as a subordinate and occasional pawn in his schemes.

Mr. Gregory

Gregory is a bank official who clashes with Psmith due to Psmith's casual attitude and manipulations.

Bannister

Bannister is a bank clerk who Psmith often delegates tasks to, treating him with polite but firm authority.

Comrade Jellicoe

Jellicoe is a fellow bank clerk and friend of Psmith, often involved in his lighthearted schemes and social activities.

Mike Jackson

Close friends and allies, with Psmith often guiding and amusing Mike through their shared work and adventures.

Psmith in the City

Joins the bank, haunts Bickersdyke, discovers Waller's socialism, plans future, resigns.

Mr. Bickersdyke Walks Behind the Bowler's Arm

Mike's friend and host; discusses his uncertain future and his father's plans.

The New Era Begins

Psmith writes a letter to Mike describing his ongoing efforts to improve Mr. Bickersdyke, mentioning his criticism of Bickersdyke's bridge playing and made-up tie.

The Other Man

Arrives unexpectedly at the bank, announcing he has joined the staff. He humorously introduces himself to Mr. Rossiter and declares his intention to become a diligent worker.

Psmith Explains

Explains his presence at the bank and his plan to haunt Mr. Bickersdyke at the Senior Conservative Club.

VII: Going Into Winter Quarters

Invites Mike to share his flat; deflects Rossiter's and Bickersdyke's inquiries with wit; decides to cultivate Rossiter after his unexpected defense.

VIII: The Friendly Native

Devises a plan to befriend Mr. Rossiter by discovering his hobby; tries stamps and Hall Caine before learning of Rossiter's football interest.

The Haunting of Mr. Bickersdyke

Executes a calculated campaign to haunt Mr. Bickersdyke at the club, using patience and subtle psychological tactics.

X: Mr. Bickersdyke Addresses His Constituents

Works in the Postage Department, praised by Mr. Rossiter. Attends Mr. Bickersdyke's political meeting and heckles him twice, breaking his rhythm.

Misunderstood

Returns to the flat with a bruised forehead and disheveled appearance after the meeting. He humorously recounts the events and expresses sorrow that Bickersdyke misunderstands his motives.

In a Nutshell

Defends himself against Bickersdyke's accusations with wit and logic, using the parable of Agesilaus and the pterodactyl.

Mike Is Moved On

Psmith continues to befriend Mike, pays for their outings, and uses tact to improve relations with Mr. Rossiter.

Mr. Waller Appears in a New Light

Visits Mike in the Cash Department, complains about Bristow's waistcoat and his own struggles as a reformer, and discovers Mr. Waller's Socialism.

Stirring Times on the Common

Accompanies Mike and Mr. Waller to the meeting; expresses interest in oratory and keeps watch during the fight.

Further Developments

Defends himself and Mike in the fight, bribes the policeman, and humorously bemoans riding a tram.

Sunday Supper

Insists on attending Mr. Waller's supper; remains composed and makes witty observations throughout the awkward meal.

Psmith Makes a Discovery

Psmith secures the Tulse Hill Parliament record from Mr. Waller, recognizing its potential leverage against Mr. Bickersdyke.

XIX: The Illness of Edward

Psmith is dealing with Bristow's fashion choices and agrees to investigate Mr. Waller's mood; he reports that Edward is ill.

Concerning a Cheque

Decides to abandon reforming Bristow and focus his attention on Mr. Bickersdyke.

XXI: Psmith Makes Inquiries

Leans gracefully against his desk, muses on commercial duties, and decides to investigate Mike's trouble with Bickersdyke.

And Takes Steps

Psmith follows Mr. Bickersdyke into the Turkish Baths to discuss Mike's situation, acting on his maxim of seizing the moment.

Mr. Bickersdyke Makes a Concession

Confronts Mr. Bickersdyke in the Turkish bath, using blackmail to secure Mike's job.

The Spirit of Unrest

Reveals his role in influencing Bickersdyke's decision to keep Mike; notes that Bickersdyke's election removes their leverage.

At the Telephone

Notices Mike's restlessness and tries to soothe him with humorous suggestions for a seaside weekend, showing his concern for his friend.

Breaking the News

Informs Mr. Gregory of Mike's absence and later faces Mr. Bickersdyke, who assigns him to the Fixed Deposits Department.

At Lord's

Speaks with Mike on the phone; reports taking over Mike's duties in Fixed Deposits and his confrontations with Mr. Gregory and Mr. Bickersdyke.

XXVIII: Psmith Arranges His Future

Slips out of the bank early, meets his father, and persuades him to allow him to leave the bank to study for the Bar.

And Mike's

Arranges for Mike to accompany him to Cambridge as secretary; announces he is leaving the bank.

XXX: The Last Sad Farewells

Leads the resignation scene with theatrical flair, ordering brandy for Bickersdyke and delivering a mock-sympathetic speech.