There is, of course, this to be said for the Omnibus Book in general and this one in particular. When you buy it, you have got something. The bulk of this volume makes it almost the ideal paper-weight. The number of its pages assures its posessor of plenty of shaving paper on his vacation. Place upon the waistline and jerked up and down each morning, it will reduce embonpoint and strengthen the abdominal muscles. And those still at their public school will find that between, say, Caesar's Commentaries in limp cloth and this Jeeves book there is no comparison as a missile in an inter-study brawl.
The reviewer humorously highlights the practicality of the Omnibus Book, particularly focusing on its usefulness beyond just reading. Its substantial weight offers a variety of unconventional benefits, such as serving as an effective paperweight or providing ample pages for shaving purposes during vacations. This playful approach suggests that the book's physical presence is as valuable as its content.
Additionally, the reviewer notes the book's potential in a lighthearted manner, comparing its heft to a more effective tool in playful school conflicts than a traditional literature piece. This comparison underscores not only the book’s versatility but also Wodehouse's ability to create a work that is both entertaining and functional in a context beyond mere reading.