The Substitute by W. W. Jacobs

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Author Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943
Title The Substitute
Deep Waters, Part 9.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "The Substitute" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story written in the early 20th century. The book primarily revolves around the misadventures of a night watchman, who finds himself entangled in comical situations as he interacts with various characters, including a troublesome office boy and a peculiar ship captain. The story delves into themes of mistaken identities, misunderstandings, and the light-hearted chaos that ensues from these interactions. The narrative follows the life of a night watchman who faces trouble due to the antics of an office boy and the peculiarities of Captain Pratt. After a series of amusing and rather chaotic encounters, the watchman inadvertently becomes involved in a love affair plot that spirals out of control when Captain Pratt's wife unexpectedly arrives in search of her husband. The watchman attempts to shield his reputation while navigating through humorous misunderstandings and a raucous confrontation. Ultimately, the story culminates in a blend of confusion and comedy, showcasing Jacobs' knack for comedic storytelling and character-driven plots. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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. 11479
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 25, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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