At Sunwich Port [complete] by W. W. Jacobs
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"At Sunwich Port, Complete" by W. W. Jacobs is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in the quaint coastal town of Sunwich, where the lives of several characters, including the disgruntled Captain Nugent and his loyal steward Mr. Wilks, unfold amidst a backdrop of maritime intrigue and interpersonal drama. The narrative explores themes of pride, community, and the oftentimes humorous nature of human relationships. At the
start of the narrative, we meet Captain Nugent, who is returning home from a frustrating inquiry regarding a collision involving his ship, the Conqueror. He is accompanied by his steward, Mr. Wilks, who provides comic relief through his ineptitude and servitude. As the captain wrestles with his anger and disgruntlement over the incident that has led to his six-month suspension, we also see glimpses of his family's dynamics, particularly with his widowed sister, Mrs. Kingdom. The opening sets the stage for the unfolding interactions among the town's inhabitants, hinting at comedic and serious undertones as Captain Nugent navigates both his professional life and familial ties. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 |
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| Illustrator | Owen, Will, 1869-1957 |
| Title | At Sunwich Port [complete] |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fathers and sons -- Fiction |
| Subject | Ship captains -- Fiction |
| Subject | Betrothal -- Fiction |
| Subject | Family -- England -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 10876 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Aug 13, 2025 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 595 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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