The Understudy by W. W. Jacobs

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Author Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943
Illustrator Davis, Stanley
Title The Understudy
Night Watches, Part 3.
Note Reading ease score: 89.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "The Understudy" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story written in the early 20th century. It reflects the whimsical and often chaotic lives of a few working-class characters in a bustling urban setting. The likely topic of the book revolves around their comedic misadventures involving a stray dog, exploring themes of camaraderie, responsibility, and the mischief that ensues when money and animals come into play. In the story, three friends—Sam Small, Ginger Dick, and Peter Russet—find a large black dog and decide to keep it, hoping to collect a reward for its return. Their efforts to take care of the dog lead to a series of amusing obstacles, including struggles in the pub, managing the dog’s disruptive behavior, and debates over financial shares. Their initial intentions of finding the dog's owner start to mix with their desire for a reward, complicating their moral obligations. As they navigate this situation, their antics culminate in a humorous yet enlightening resolution that reveals a transformation in their attitudes toward both the dog and the idea of reward. The narrative captures a snapshot of working-class life filled with humor, vivid dialogue, and endearing characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Humorous stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 12153
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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