The Well by W. W. Jacobs
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"The Well" by W. W. Jacobs is a short story that captures elements of drama, suspense, and the psychological turmoil of its characters. Written in the early 20th century, the narrative unfolds in a rural English setting, focusing on themes of familial bonds, moral dilemmas, and the haunting effects of past actions. The story revolves around Jem Benson and his cousin Wilfred Carr, delving into their complicated relationship and the darker turns
it takes. The plot centers around a deep well that serves as a significant symbol throughout the story. Jem is engaged to Olive, but the shadow of his cousin Wilfred looms as he reveals a nefarious scheme involving letters that could tarnish Jem’s reputation and threaten his relationship. As Olive inadvertently loses her mother’s bracelet in the abandoned well, Jem is consumed with the need to retrieve it, leading to a series of harrowing events that unravel the psychological and moral complexity of the characters. The narrative weaves suspense with an undercurrent of tragedy, culminating in a climactic moment that exposes the depth of Jem's struggles and the consequences of their actions. The well becomes a metaphor for the dangers that lurk beneath the surface, both literally and figuratively. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Greiffenhagen, Maurice, 1862-1931 |
| Illustrator | Richards, Amy, active 1896-1918 |
| Title |
The Well The Lady of the Barge and Others, Part 4. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Horror tales, English |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 12124 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-12124-6 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 789 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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