The Substitute by W. W. Jacobs
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"The Substitute" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story written in the early 20th century. The book primarily revolves around the misadventures of a night watchman, who finds himself entangled in comical situations as he interacts with various characters, including a troublesome office boy and a peculiar ship captain. The story delves into themes of mistaken identities, misunderstandings, and the light-hearted chaos that ensues from these interactions. The narrative follows
the life of a night watchman who faces trouble due to the antics of an office boy and the peculiarities of Captain Pratt. After a series of amusing and rather chaotic encounters, the watchman inadvertently becomes involved in a love affair plot that spirals out of control when Captain Pratt's wife unexpectedly arrives in search of her husband. The watchman attempts to shield his reputation while navigating through humorous misunderstandings and a raucous confrontation. Ultimately, the story culminates in a blend of confusion and comedy, showcasing Jacobs' knack for comedic storytelling and character-driven plots. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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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 |
The Substitute Deep Waters, Part 9. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 89.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Humorous stories, English |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Sailors -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 11479 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 330 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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