Shareholders by W. W. Jacobs
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"Shareholders" by W. W. Jacobs is a comedic short story that offers a glimpse into the lives of sailors and their misadventures when they return ashore after long voyages. Written during the early 20th century, the narrative captures the essence of the time, focusing on themes of fortune, camaraderie, and the folly that often accompanies sudden wealth. The story likely revolves around the troubles that sailors encounter with their money, relationships, and
choices, highlighting the often humorous but ultimately precarious nature of life on land. The plot centers on Sam Small, a sailor who, after returning from a voyage, becomes enthralled by the prospect of a gold locket he believes he has found the potential to turn into a windfall. Accompanied by two friends, Ginger Dick and Peter Russet, he navigates the challenges of claiming the locket in the face of both friendship and rivalry. Their interactions weave through humorous exchanges and schemes as they grapple with the moral quandaries of sharing or misappropriating the newfound treasure. Ultimately, the story brings forth an amusing exploration of greed, loyalty, and the impact of sudden wealth on human behavior, ending on a poignant note about friendship and loss. (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 |
Shareholders Deep Waters, Part 1. |
| 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. | 11471 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 313 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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