Dialstone Lane, Part 4. by W. W. Jacobs
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"Dialstone Lane, Part 4" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous fictional narrative crafted in the early 20th century, capturing the quirks of human relationships and misunderstandings. This installment takes place in a seaside setting and revolves around a group of characters who find themselves in comedic situations, often stemming from their miscommunications and attempts to navigate social intricacies, particularly concerning the notion of treasure. In this part of the story, the
characters Mrs. Chalk and Mrs. Stobell express their frustrations about their husbands, leading to a series of humorous events that encapsulate the essence of marital misunderstandings. Meanwhile, Mr. Tredgold becomes involved in the intrigue surrounding Captain Bowers and a supposed treasure, encountering Miss Drewitt in a tense but comic exchange. A subplot revolves around Mr. Vickers and Mr. Russell, who bumble through the challenges of their relationships and misconceptions, adding layers of comedic tension to the book. The narrative deftly mixes elements of farce with genuine character emotion, showcasing Jacobs' skill in depicting the folly of human nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Owen, Will, 1869-1957 |
| Title | Dialstone Lane, Part 4. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Ship captains -- Fiction |
| Subject | Treasure troves -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Voyages and travels -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 11974 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-11974-8 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 522 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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