02218cam a22003253u 4500 10781 UtSlPG 20260610133246.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 Deserted : Sailor's Knots, Part 1. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-01-01 Produced by David Widger "Deserted" by W. W. Jacobs is a short story written in the early 20th century, likely in the 1900s. The narrative falls within the realm of humorous fiction, combining elements of adventure and comedy as it explores the misadventures of a young soldier who decides to desert his army post. The story reflects the societal norms of its time and provides a comedic take on the themes of identity and the quest for freedom. The story follows Rupert Brown, a young soldier disillusioned with military life, who, after a chance encounter in a bar, is persuaded to abandon his duties for a role as a Zulu chief in a theatrical performance. As Rupert plunges into this new life, he faces a series of comedic predicaments, from donning face paint to fit into his disguise, to dealing with the affections of Kumbo, a Zulu woman he inadvertently befriends. The tale unfolds with Rupert's desperate antics to escape the controls of his new life while evading his past as a deserter, leading to laughable situations and misunderstandings. Ultimately, it showcases the challenges of identity amid a humorous backdrop, highlighting the absurdities of personal ambition and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Humorous stories, English England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction Owen, Will, 1869-1957 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10781 52231 52231