28 DECEMBER 2002, Page 28

Bertie's beverage

From Mr Frank Auerbach

Sir: I agree with every word of Philip Hensher's article on P.G. Wodehouse (Books, 14/21 December) except for the two words 'Jabberwocky coinage'. 'Oolong' is not a coinage; it is a darkish China tea.

Frank Auerbach

London WI