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Title:
His Other Self
Night Watches, Part 10.
Note: Reading ease score: 89.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "His Other Self" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story set during the early 20th century. This light-hearted tale revolves around a night-watchman who encounters an actor looking for a perfect likeness to portray a sailor on stage. Jacobs's work delves into themes of mistaken identity and the comedic situations that arise from doppelgängers, reflecting the author's signature wit and observational humor. The story follows the night-watchman, Bill, as he becomes embroiled in a comical scenario after a chance meeting with an actor. The actor, mesmerized by Bill’s appearance, persuades him to exchange clothes and undergo a transformation to mimic Bill's likeness for his performance. The plot takes unexpected turns when the actor's impersonation leads to chaotic misunderstandings, particularly when Bill’s wife and a neighbor mistakenly believe the actor is Bill. As hilarity ensues, Bill is left to resolve the fallout of the mix-up, culminating in a humorous and chaotic conclusion where identity confusion reigns supreme. The narrative showcases Jacobs's talent for crafting relatable characters and amusing scenarios that captivate readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943
Illustrator: Davis, Stanley
EBook No.: 12160
Published: Apr 1, 2004
Downloads: 56
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Humorous stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
His Other Self
Night Watches, Part 10.
Note: Reading ease score: 89.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "His Other Self" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story set during the early 20th century. This light-hearted tale revolves around a night-watchman who encounters an actor looking for a perfect likeness to portray a sailor on stage. Jacobs's work delves into themes of mistaken identity and the comedic situations that arise from doppelgängers, reflecting the author's signature wit and observational humor. The story follows the night-watchman, Bill, as he becomes embroiled in a comical scenario after a chance meeting with an actor. The actor, mesmerized by Bill’s appearance, persuades him to exchange clothes and undergo a transformation to mimic Bill's likeness for his performance. The plot takes unexpected turns when the actor's impersonation leads to chaotic misunderstandings, particularly when Bill’s wife and a neighbor mistakenly believe the actor is Bill. As hilarity ensues, Bill is left to resolve the fallout of the mix-up, culminating in a humorous and chaotic conclusion where identity confusion reigns supreme. The narrative showcases Jacobs's talent for crafting relatable characters and amusing scenarios that captivate readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943
Illustrator: Davis, Stanley
EBook No.: 12160
Published: Apr 1, 2004
Downloads: 56
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Humorous stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.