| Author |
Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 |
| Illustrator |
Owen, Will, 1869-1957 |
| LoC No. |
01025445
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| Title |
Light Freights
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 89.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| 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.
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| Credits |
David Widger
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| 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.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Humorous stories, English
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| Subject |
England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Subject |
River life -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
21928 |
| Release Date |
Jun 25, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Nov 3, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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