Short Cruises by W. W. Jacobs
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About this eBook
Author | Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 |
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Illustrator | Owen, Will, 1869-1957 |
Title | Short Cruises |
Note | Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
Note | There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #21927 |
Contents | The changeling -- Mixed relations -- His lordship -- Alf's dream -- A distant relative -- The test -- In the family -- A love-knot -- Her uncle -- The dreamer -- Angels' visits. |
Credits | Tonya Allen, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
Summary | "Short Cruises" by W. W. Jacobs is a collection of humorous short stories written during the late 19th century. The narratives often center around everyday characters and their adventures, presenting a light-hearted examination of human nature and social situations. The opening chapter introduces Mr. George Henshaw, who finds himself in a series of comedic and precarious situations as he navigates the challenges of married life and the consequences of misunderstandings. The beginning of the book establishes Mr. Henshaw's return home to a tense dining scene with his wife, Mrs. Henshaw, who believes he has been unfaithful. Their back-and-forth reveals the fragility and humor of their relationship, highlighting Mr. Henshaw's attempts to explain himself amidst escalating accusations. As he seeks the counsel of a friend, Ted Stokes, the absurdity of the situation deepens, suggesting a scheme to create a fake identity to escape his wife's ire. This setup promises a blend of comedy and social commentary as the story unfolds, inviting readers into Jacobs's world of witty observations and engaging storytelling. (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. | 6465 |
Release Date | Sep 1, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated | Dec 6, 2023 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 267 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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