Light Freights by W. W. Jacobs
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| Author | Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 |
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| Illustrator | Owen, Will, 1869-1957 |
| LoC No. | 01025445 |
| Title | Light Freights |
| Note | Reading ease score: 89.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | An odd freak -- A garden plot -- Private clothes -- The bully of the "Cavendish" -- The resurrection of Mr. Wiggett -- A marked man -- To have and to hold -- Brevet rank -- Twin spirits -- Sam's boy -- Jerry Bundler -- False colours. |
| Credits | David Widger |
| Summary | "Light Freights" by W. W. Jacobs is a collection of humorous short stories written in the early 20th century. This work captures the idiosyncrasies and adventures of various characters, primarily set within the working-class milieu of England, showcasing Jacobs’ keen sense of wit and playful narrative style. The stories promise to deliver a mix of comedic situations and character-driven anecdotes, often centered around sailors, their exploits, and the whimsical challenges they encounter. The opening of "Light Freights" introduces readers to a group of ship firemen who engage in a humorous discussion about money and their struggles to make ends meet after being paid off. The narrative centers on a character named Sam Small and his mischievous plans involving his nephew, nicknamed "Beauty." Their lighthearted banter quickly escalates into a scheme to sell Beauty as a "wild man of Borneo" for a quick profit, setting the stage for a series of comedic misadventures. This introductory scene establishes Jacobs' humorous tone while hinting at the absurd and unpredictable nature of the stories that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Humorous stories, English |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | River life -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21928 |
| Release Date | Jun 25, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Nov 3, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 133 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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